• Dogs' ears have over 18 muscles for precise movements – This allows them to rotate their ears in different directions.

• Dogs can detect a change in human body temperature – That’s why they often snuggle when you're sick.

• Some dogs can sense emotions in other animals – They may comfort a sad cat or horse.

• Dogs can distinguish between familiar and unfamiliar languages – If you speak a different language to your dog, they might act confused.

• Dogs have been used to sniff out invasive plant species – Like truffle-hunting, but for conservation.