15 Pets Myths Debunked, Know

the Facts!
“Cats and Dogs are Staunch Rivals”…”Dogs are Blind to
Colors”…”Love birds Should be Kept in Pairs”…

There are several myths regarding pets which keep people

in bewilderment. But all of these myths are not true.

This presentation will provide you 15 strong myths with

proven facts. Read Further
 Myth 1 # Dogs are Blind To Colors

Facts:
Dogs are not blind.

The only thing is they are not very efficient in

differentiating colors like red-green –orange,
greenish blue-gray, different shades of purple.

Neitz, Geist and Jacobs researched in 1989 about the

vision of domestic dogs and found dogs are
dichromate ( having two different color receptors)
which creates problems.
 Cats Land on Their Feet
Facts:

It is mechanically wrong. Cats may get injured if

they land on feet.

Cats reposition their body in air before landing. If

they are confused or unwell, their repositioning
may be incorrect and they may land on feet.

Sometimes it may happen if they are jumping from

short distance (due to paucity of time).
Dog’s Warm Nose Signifies Illness

Fact:

There is no relation as such between warm

nose and illness.
If a dog shakes its tail, it signifies
happiness

Fact:

It is not correct. Dogs may also wag their tails

in state of irritation, worry, annoyance and
aggressiveness.
Cats Enjoy Nine Lives

Facts:

Usually, cats remain healthier comparatively.

Cats are highly active and flexible. They may

survive in very harsh conditions. But it
doesn’t mean they have nine lives.

Cats only have one life like other mammals.

Dogs Have Cleaner Mouth Compared to
Humans

Facts:

Earlier people believed this but the basis is

unknown.

Dog’s saliva may be toxic containing harmful

bacteria.

People with week immune system may get

infected if come in contact with these
harmful bacteria.
 Cats Can See in Dark

Facts:

Cats have better vision compared to humans.

To an extent, they can see in semi-dark but

not in complete dark.

Pupils of their eyes can open wider in dim

light compared to humans. It allows better
visibility.
There are some more myths related to
pets. If you hear any, just don’t believe
blindly. All myths are not true. You
need not get scared if you hear a cat or
dog crying. Many people believe it is not
a good sign. But it is not the case
actually.

Always try to think good so that only

good comes to you!!