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Why are they little?

In two cases, it’s because they live in the desert (which is also why these doggos foxes have big ears — sounds that prey and predators make don’t travel far in dry air):

The Fennec Fox

Yes, we’ve met the smallest wild member of the dog family before. That post has links to more information about fennec foxes.

Here is a quick reintroduction —

The Bat-Eared Fox

Another old friend!

Here is a full-length video on some in Namibia:

And then there’s our third long-ear, a real doggo.

Basset Hound

Yep. This former wolf developed its iconic look because humans wanted it that way.

Including the ears!

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More information:

• Wikipedia
• American Kennel Club page
• Slobberfest, in the Pittsburgh area, has a funny name but a seriously good purpose.

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Some lagniappe:

Did someone say “bloodhound”?

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Featured image: Image by Fale Llorente Almansa from Pixabay

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