Although over the years experts have dismantled a large number of false beliefs about dogs, there is still a long way to go in this regard. Today, we still hear totally wrong theories about his anatomy, character, education, and health. The ones we see below are some of the false myths most popularized.
1. Females must have at least one litter. It is one of the most widespread myths. Some people believe that this way they will avoid some health problems, something totally false. Although it is true that sterilization helps prevent certain diseases.
2. The dog's saliva heals. While your saliva has antioxidant properties, licking can slow wound healing. Also, it can lead to infection.
3. When a dog wags its tail, it is happy. Tail movements can have various meanings, from joy to anxiety. The truth is that each type of movement can reflect a state of mind; For example, moving the tail slowly from side to side and down is a sign of insecurity and mistrust.
4. Crossbreed dogs have better health than purebreds. There is no scientific proof of this, although it is true that exploitation and genetic manipulation in the breeding of certain breeds cause them to be prone to some diseases.
5. Come in black and white. There are still many questions to be resolved about the sight of these animals. A widely held belief is that they see in black and white, but scientists indicate that they can distinguish colors, albeit in a different way than humans. For example, it is believed that red and pink do not perfectly differentiate.
6. A dry nose is a sign of illness. Something very common is to believe that a dry nose in a dog means fever, when the reality is that the only way to determine this is to use a rectal thermometer. It is true that a dry nose can reflect poor health, but it can also indicate relaxation.