Interesting doggie facts!

Was reading up on some of the reasons Molly does the crazy things she does and though I'd share a few interesting facts.

• Dogs often hesitate before going out in the rain. It's not because they're afraid of getting wet, but because the rain amplifies sound and hurts their sensitive ears. (totally thought she was scared)
  
• Studies show that a lovingly handled dog is a healthier dog. The touch of the human hand improves the functions of virtually all the sustaining systems: respiratory, circulatory, digestive and so on. (well, if this is the case, i guess Molly will be living forever :))
  
• (Whaaattt) In Russia, a team of doctors and scientists conducted 1,278 telepathic experiments with dogs, of which 696 were successful. Most of teh experiments involved testing the dog's ability to read unspoken commands. The research team concluded that some ESP factor must be at work.
  
• It is a myth that dogs are color blind. They can actually see in color, just not as vividly as humans. It is akin to our vision at dusk.
  
• It has been established that people who own pets live longer, have less stress, and have fewer heart attacks. (Awesome, so it goes both ways, we're both living forever!)

Do YOU have any interesting dog facts? Tell me in the comments!