Young dogs are referred to as puppies.
Main characteristics of the dog
Dogs are part of the group of canids . This is the name given to those carnivorous mammals that are digitigrade ; They have four fingers on the hind legs and five on the front ones; and they have nails that are not retractable.
Taking into account what has been said, we can affirm that, since it is a mammal, the embryo of a dog develops inside the mother's womb. On the other hand, the specimen, upon birth, feeds on the milk secreted by the female's breasts.
The fact that dogs are carnivorous means that they can eat meat . All digitigrades , on the other hand, support only their fingers when walking.
Other traits of dogs, which stand out for the great development of their sense of smell and hearing, are very varied. Depending on the breed, the size, coat and even the shape of the body changes.
Taking your dog to a dog groomer is common in many cities.
Most popular breeds
The most popular breeds tend to change over the years. In any case, the choice of a dog as a pet must obey the characteristics of the human family group that will host it, the availability of space and other particular factors.
Those who live in an apartment or apartment should opt for small-sized breeds. Maltese, French bulldog , poodle , chihuahua , Pekingese , Pomeranian , pug and Yorkshire terrier are alternatives that satisfy this requirement.
Among medium breed dogs, the beagle , border collie and cocker spaniel appear. Larger are the members of breeds such as Akita , Boxer , Dalmatian , Greyhound and Golden Retriever .
Those looking for guard dogs can opt for a Doberman , German Shepherd , Pit Bull , or Rottweiler . The training of these dogs must be careful so that they do not become aggressive.
Siberian Husky is a breed of dog that emerged from Siberia.
The dog, the best friend of the human being
It is often said that the dog is the best friend of the human being . It is estimated that their domestication began about 19,000 years ago: since then, dogs and people have evolved together.
Today dogs are among the most popular pets . They are companion animals that not only share housing with humans, but also many of their habits. However, the lifestyle that current dogs have due to human behavior can be harmful to the animal.
The intelligence, sociability and loyalty of dogs are valued. In any case, for them to join a human family they must be educated and we must never forget that, like any animal , they tend to act on instinct.
Responsible care
Long integrated into human society, the dog is an animal that cannot fend for itself. That is why people have the responsibility to take care of them and satisfy their needs.
Dogs, for example, should not eat just any food. Currently, it is recommended that dog food be provided: that is, products that combine the nutrients that the animal requires to be healthy.
Dogs, on the other hand, must be left on a leash and collar . This is particularly important in cities to avoid accidents. While the dog is at home, meanwhile, he has to stay entertained and active, with a dog toy at his disposal, to mention one possibility.
So that there are no helpless and homeless dogs, it is also important to sterilize or neuter them in such a way that they do not reproduce when said offspring are not sought by humans. On the other hand, attention should always be paid to the dog's health to prevent and treat diseases, which is why it is important to take it to the veterinarian regularly and give it the appropriate vaccines .
Can in architecture
In the field of architecture , the head of a beam or the cantilevered piece that protrudes to the outside to support the eave, cornice or lintel is called a corbel or corbel . The dog charges at the wall.
It is important to mention that, as its shape evolved , the dog lost its usefulness. In fact, sometimes it is a decorative element .
an acronym
It should be noted that CAN is an acronym that can refer to different issues. The Andean Community , for example, is referred to as CAN . This international organization founded in 1969 has Bolivia , Colombia , Ecuador and Peru as members.
In Bogotá , the Colombian capital, the National Administrative Center is known as CAN . The headquarters of several government ministries, the National Police , the National University of Colombia and other organizations and institutions are located in this area of the city .
CAN is also usually called the African Cup of Nations and the African Nations Championship , tournaments that pit soccer teams from Africa against each other.