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Oct. 6, 2026

Quick Recall: The Dog Facts You Probably Have Wrong

Quick Recall: The Dog Facts You Probably Have Wrong
Quick Recall: The Dog Facts You Probably Have Wrong
The Recall Room
Quick Recall: The Dog Facts You Probably Have Wrong

How much do you really know about dogs?

We’ve all heard the classic “facts” — dogs only see in black and white, a wagging tail means a happy dog, a warm nose means your dog is sick, and dogs eat grass because they have an upset stomach.

But how many of these are actually true?

In this mini episode of The Recall Room, we’re taking a closer look at some of the most common dog myths and misconceptions — and separating what we think we know from what science actually tells us.

We’ll talk about how dogs see color, what a wagging tail really tells us, why your dog’s nose isn’t a reliable health thermometer, why dogs eat grass, and whether you really can teach an old dog new tricks.

Because understanding dogs means looking beyond the simple rules and sayings we’ve heard our entire lives.

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References & Further Reading:

  • American Kennel Club (AKC) — Dog vision and color perception
  • American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) — Pet health and behavior resources
  • VCA Animal Hospitals — Canine behavior, body language, and health resources
  • Horowitz, Alexandra. Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know. Scribner.
  • Miklósi, Ádám. Dog Behaviour, Evolution, and Cognition. Oxford University Press.

This episode is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for in-person professional advice.

00:00 - Intro

01:14 - Black and White Vision

02:25 - Tail Wags

03:33 - Warm, Dry Noses

04:39 - Eating Grass

05:52 - Old Dogs and New Tricks

07:14 - Closing