Animal of the Day
Dog (Canis lupus familiaris)
Dogs are known for their incredible sense of smell, which is estimated to be between 10,000 to 100,000 times more acute than that of humans. This remarkable ability allows them to detect scents, track down missing persons, and even identify certain medical conditions in people.
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