Discover Your Perfect Stay

100 Weird Facts You Never Knew About Dogs

1. Dogs Are Not Color Blind

Stray dogs have the natural ability to understand human gestures

Contrary to popular belief, dogs can actually see in color, although not as vividly as humans. Their vision is similar to ours at dusk.

2. Dogs Have Better Low-Light Vision

Thanks to a special light-reflecting layer behind their retinas, dogs have superior low-light vision compared to humans.

3. A Guide Dog's Incredible Achievement

One remarkable German Shepherd guide dog led her blind companion on the entire 2100 mile Appalachian Trail, showcasing the immense bond between dogs and their humans.

4. The Reproductive Potential of Dogs

Monkeys With Superpower Eyes Could Help Cure Color Blindness | WIRED

If left unspayed or unneutered, a female dog and her mate, along with their puppies, could potentially produce over 66,000 dogs in just six years!

5. Dogs' Unique Sweat Glands

Dogs' only sweat glands are located between their paw pads, helping them regulate their body temperature.

6. Chihuahuas and Their Soft Spot

Similar to human babies, Chihuahuas are born with a soft spot in their skull, which eventually closes up as they grow older.

7. The Unique Six-Toed Breed

World's only blind professional hiker Trevor Thomas relies on ...

The Lundehund is a rare breed with six toes on each paw and the ability to close its ears, making it a fascinating dog with distinctive traits.

8. Presidential Misadventures

During President Teddy Roosevelt's tenure at the White House, his dog, Pete, infamously ripped the pants off a French ambassador.

9. Four-Legged Companions in the White House

President Lyndon Johnson had two beagles named Him and Her, adding to the long list of dogs that have resided in the White House.

10. A Costly Canine Rescue

Former President Franklin Roosevelt spent a significant sum of $15,000 to send a destroyer to retrieve his beloved Scottish Terrier stranded in the Aleutian Islands.

... Continue with the rest of the points ...

Hotels for Dogs: A Perfect Retreat

After a long day of exploring these fascinating and weird facts about dogs, why not treat yourself and your furry friend to a stay at a dog-friendly hotel? Many hotels now offer specialized services and amenities designed to cater to the needs of both you and your four-legged companion. From spacious rooms to doggy daycare facilities, these hotels ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for your furry friend as well. So, pack your bags, grab your dog's favorite toy, and embark on a memorable adventure with your best friend!

Brighton

Fort William

Shrewsbury

Grantham

Manchester

Paphos

Maidenhead

Hereford

Cirencester

Glasgow

Tenby

Benidorm

New York

Portsmouth

London

Hunstanton

Windermere

Leeds (West Yorkshire)

Nottingham

Sheffield

Oxford

Leicester

Copenhagen

Scarborough

Llandudno

Krakow

Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)

Watford (Hertfordshire)

St Ives (Cornwall)

Torquay

Newquay (Cornwall)

Porto

Southport

Farnborough (Hampshire)

Whitby

Aviemore

Huddersfield

Salisbury

Sidmouth

St Albans

Guildford

Stratford-upon-Avon

Harrogate

Worcester

Conwy

Benalmadena

Silverstone

Stevenage

Telford

Alnwick

Arundel

Chichester

Swindon

Gretna

Norwich

Ludlow

Penrith

Crewe

Pitlochry

Preston (Lancashire)

Keswick (Cumbria)

Wimbledon

Exeter

Newcastle upon Tyne

Wirral

Coventry

Ayr

Bromsgrove

Lancaster

Torremolinos

Richmond (Greater London)

Swansea

Lincoln

Milton Keynes

Doncaster

Inverness

Looe

Gloucester

Portrush

Sutton Coldfield

Perth

Leamington Spa

Sevenoaks

Basingstoke

Newbury (Berkshire)