9 Dog Myths That Are Totally Untrue

A Dog's Mouth is Cleaner Than a Human's: Contrary to belief, a dog's mouth harbors bacteria just like a human's.

Dogs Age Seven Years for Every Human Year: Dog aging varies by breed, size, and health, not a fixed ratio.

Dogs Only Wag Their Tails When They're Happy: Tail wagging can convey various emotions, not just happiness.

You Can't Teach an Old Dog New Tricks: Dogs of any age can learn with patience and positive reinforcement.

Dogs Only Eat Grass When They're Sick: Many dogs eat grass out of habit, not necessarily due to illness.

A Warm, Dry Nose Means a Dog is Sick: A dog's nose temperature and moisture vary and aren't reliable health indicators.

Dogs Need to Eat Only Meat: Dogs benefit from a balanced diet including carbohydrates, fruits, and vegetables.

Scarlet Tanager (Piranga olivacea): Male Scarlet Tanagers showcase brilliant orange-red heads and bodies, making them a stunning sight in forested habitats.

One Year in a Shelter is Like Seven Years Outside: There's no scientific basis for this comparison; dogs in shelters can still live fulfilling lives.

Dogs Shouldn't Be Fed Table Scraps: While some foods are harmful, others can be safely incorporated into a dog's diet in moderation.

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