Interview with a dog

The anonymus dog said:

1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you will be painful to me. Remember that before you buy me.

2. Give me some time to understand what you want from me.

3. Place your trust in me. It's crucial to my well-being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't isolate me up as punishment. You have your work, entertainment and your friends. I only have you.

5. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don't understand your words, I understand your voice.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will not be able to forget it.

7. Remember before you hit me that I have powerful teeth, but I choose not to use them.

8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate or lazy, ask yourself if something might be wrong with me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, or I've been out in the sun too long, or my heart is getting older and weaker.

9. Take care of me when I get old. You'll be old one day.

10. Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say : "I can't watch , it's too painful." Everything is easier when you are with me.

And through it all :
Remember that I love you.

Source: aplacetolovedogs.com

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10 stunning facts about dogs

Dog fact #1

Puppies have 28 teeth and normal adult dogs have 42.

Dog fact #2

Dogs chase their tails for a variety of reasons: curiosity, exercise, anxiety, predatory instinct or, they might have fleas! If your dog is chasing his tail excessively, talk with your vet.

Dog fact #3

Dogs and humans have the same type of slow wave sleep (SWS) and rapid eye movement (REM) and during this REM stage dogs can dream. The twitching and paw movements that occur during their sleep are signs that your pet is dreaming.

Dog fact #4 

Dogs’ eyes contain a special membrane, called the tapetum lucidum, which allows them to see in the dark.

Dog fact #5

A large breed dog’s resting heart beats between 60 and 100 times per minute, and a small dog breed’s heart beats between 100-140. Comparatively, a resting human heart beats 60-100 times per minute.

Dog fact #6

Unlike humans who sweat everywhere, dogs only sweat through the pads of their feet.

Dog fact #7

Dogs’ ears are extremely expressive. It’s no wonder! There are more than a dozen separate muscles that control a dog’s ear movements.

Dog fact #8

Dogs Scientific name is  Canis lupus familiaris

Dog fact #9

It’s a myth that dogs only see in black and white. In fact, it’s believed that dogs see primarily in blue, greenish-yellow, yellow and various shades of gray.

Dog fact #10

The wetness of a dog’s nose is essential for determining what direction a smell is coming from

Source: Wikipedia, Petfinder, about.com

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