Do dogs have webbed feet?

Dogs have webbed feet, surprising but true.

Webbing is like skin between human fingers.

It’s found in all dogs, to some extent.

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Some breeds have more webbing.

Not all dogs have webbed feet like ducks.

But a few breeds do, quite interesting!

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Why do dogs have webbed feet?

All dogs start with webbed feet.

Some breeds lose this trait as they grow.

Water-loving breeds keep webbed feet.

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Helps them swim like a swimmer’s hand.

Dachshunds are unique with these kinds of feet.

Bred for digging and hunting badgers.

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Strong and agile breeds avoid webbing.

Webbing can hinder land running.

Fast breeds like Greyhounds have no webbing.

Sled-pulling dogs like Huskies keep some.

Less webbing than water dogs.

Dogs not for labor, like Maltese, lack webbing.

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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence