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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:55:03 GMT
Although experts often disagree, there is scientific evidence which shows that the domestication of dogs could have occurred more than 15,000 years ago.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:55:29 GMT
There are hundreds of different breeds of dogs.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:55:52 GMT
Examples of these breeds include: Bulldog, German Shepherd, Collie, Golden Retriever, St Bernard, Greyhound, Bloodhound, Chihuahua, Labrador, Great Dane, Rottweiler, Boxer and Cocker Spaniel.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:56:09 GMT
The most popular breed of dog in the world by registered ownership is the Labrador. With their gentle nature, obedience, intelligence and near limitless energy, Labradors make for excellent family pets and reliable workers. They often assist police and are a common choice as guide dogs.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:56:26 GMT
Dogs have formed such a strong bond as pets, workers and companions to humans that they have earned the nickname "man's best friend".
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:56:51 GMT
Humans help train various dog breeds to enter in competitions such as breed shows, agility and obedience contests, racing and sled pulling.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:57:05 GMT
Dog have superior hearing than humans, capable of hearing sounds at four times the distance.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:57:29 GMT
Dogs have a remarkable sense of smell, they are capable of differentiating odors in concentrations nearly 100 million times lower than humans can.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:57:42 GMT
The average life span for a dog is around 10 to 14 years.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:58:19 GMT
Those involved in dog breeding refer to males as ‘dogs’, females as ‘bitches’, dogs younger than a year old as ‘puppies’ and a group of offspring as a ‘litter’.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 8:58:32 GMT
Domestic dogs are omnivores, they feed on a variety of foods including grains, vegetables and meats.
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 9:06:56 GMT
George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks Lead Star-Studded Tribute to Paul Newman
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 9:09:54 GMT
i need $$$$$ not feelings
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 9:12:29 GMT
fun facts about Egypt:
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Post by Josh Canfield on Mar 4, 2015 9:12:39 GMT
Most Ancient Egyptian pyramids were built as tombs for pharaohs (rulers of Ancient Egypt) and their families. To date, over 130 pyramids have been discovered in Egypt.
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