Pet dogs Are Man's Best Friend

Canines are thought to be descendants of wild wolves. They were the first wild animal to be tamed. Ancient man probably brought home cub wolves to raise as animals. The animal wolves were also helpful in driving away bears and other wild animals. One of the oldest known breed of canines is the Salukis, which were bred by Egyptians thousands of years ago as hunting pets. Greyhounds and Dalmatians are also among the earliest types recorded.

Over the centuries, individuals have actually found numerous ways for canines to be helpful. Pet dogs assisted to pull loads, herd livestock and sheep, and guard their master and the master's residential or commercial property. The Ancient Greeks developed tiny small dog, which were suggested to be held in a girl's lap to help keep her stomach warm. Bulldogs with short noses and huge jaws were established so they could hang onto the throat of a bull and still be able to breathe. In more recent years, dogs have been trained as seeing eye pet dogs for the blind. Dogs have actually also been hired to deal with law enforcement to spot drugs and explosives.

Today numerous dogs, such as the Poodle or Chihuahua, no longer resemble the wolf. Other pet dogs, such as the Siberian Husky and the German Shepherd still show a strong resemblance to the wolf. The tallest pets are Great Danes and the Irish Wolfhound.

In the United States, one out of three households owns one or more pets. Many pet dogs live anywhere from 8 to fifteen years. When dogs are one year old, they are as physically fully grown as a 15 year old human.

Regardless of which kind of canine you pick- huge, little, smooth haired, shaggy, quick, slow, lively or dignified, pets make fantastic companions. Enjoy their friendship and remember they require a lot of love, attention, and petting to be pleased!