Zoey the Pug shows her NEW NOSE !

Zoey shares that a “GOOD NOSE” should never be taken for granted.

The NOSE is a VITAL TOOL for a dog’s:
1. Survival
2. Communication
3. Well-being

An OPEN NOSE is incredibly important for several reasons:

1. COOLING/THERMOREGULATION:

A dog’s nose plays a critical role in regulating body temperature.

Dogs sweat through their paw pads & noses, helping them to cool down.

2. SMELL:

Dogs have an extraordinary sense of smell, much more acute than humans.

This helps them detect scents at much lower concentrations, which is crucial for hunting, tracking, & detecting drugs, explosives, or medical conditions.

3. COMMUNICATION:

Dogs use their noses to communicate with each other and understand their environment.

They can pick up pheromones and other scent markers left by other animals.

4. NAVIGATION & IDENTIFICATION:

Dogs rely on their sense of smell to navigate their surroundings & identify familiar people, places, & objects.

5. HEALTH:

A dog’s nose can be an indicator of health.

Changes in the moisture, color, or temperature of a dog’s nose can sometimes signal health issues.