Mr. Smarty Pants Knows

This month’s issue is supported in part by SF Animal Medical Center and dog lovers like you.

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April 2021

Skipper, an Aussie/Collie mix in Oklahoma, is the first known dog to be born alive with six legs and two tails.

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Dogs were used in World War I for a variety of purposes including hauling machine guns and supply carts and serving as messengers.

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Fleas have more than 1,400 genes.

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The late pet poodle belonging to King Vajiralongkorn of Thailand was nicknamed Fufu, but his full name was “Air Chief Marshal Fufu.”

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The Bidens’ 2-year-old German shepherd, Major, will be the first shelter dog to take up residence in the White House.