There may be more to these wiry filaments than meets the eye, at least the human eye.
Most dogs have whiskers. They vary in appearance based on breed and individual genetics. Probably everyone with dogs is familiar with the prominent whiskers on their muzzles. But did you know that dog also have whiskers above their eyes, on their chins, and above their upper lips?
Compared to ordinary hairs, whiskers . . .
- are coarser
- are twice as thick
- have roots that are set three times deeper
- are much more sensitive, because they're packed with nerves—they're more like your fingertips
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