January 2023
Greyhounds can run up to 45 miles per hour. And a close second is the Saluki, which can reach speeds of 42 mph.
Researchers from the National Institutes of Health have found the genome related to brain development may account for some of the behavior differences in different dog breeds. But, at the end of the day, each dog has its own unique personality, no matter the breed.
Wild bird hunters believe the practical range for a bird dog is 100-200 yards.
In the Middle Ages, people were more likely to name their dogs based on the dog's physical attributes. Beginning in the 20th century, dog and baby names started to become hard to tell apart. Today, if one assembled 100,000 people and 100,000 dogs, 26 dogs and 47 people would be named Nora.
In 2023, Dolly Parton will release a children's book based on her manager's French Bulldog, Billy the Kid. She’s also launched a line of dog apparel and more at doggyparton.com.