Your Dog Experiences the World Differently Than You Do
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Dogs can see color. They have two color cones in their eyes, allowing them to perceive blue, yellow, and shades of gray. They don’t see the full spectrum of color the way humans do.
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Long, slow sniffing can help lower a dog’s heart rate, like how taking a deep breath helps us settle. While this is especially helpful for reactive dogs, all dogs benefit from having time to slow down and sniff during walks.
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No. Whiskers play an important role in how dogs understand their environment. They are highly sensitive and help detect subtle changes in airflow, giving dogs information about nearby objects without needing to touch them.
