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Get a dog and get healthy- studies show that petting
a dog can lower the owner’s blood pressure. Not to mention walking the dog is a
great way to stay in shape! Your dog can be your ticket to a healthy lifestyle.
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This dog went down in history! Alexander the Great
is said to have had a dog equally as great- so great that he founded and
named the city Peritas in memory of his dog.
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A group of grown cats is called a
"clowder." A group of kittens is called a "kindle." A male
cat is called a "tom," a female cat is called a "molly" or
"queen."
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Only domestic cats hold their tails straight up
while walking. In the wild cats hold their tails horizontally or tucked between
their legs while taking a stroll.
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These pups are tough little wieners. Dachshunds were
bred to fight badgers in their dens.
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It is in a dog’s nature to travel. Saint Christopher
is the patron saint of travelers. In artwork created in early Christian times
he was sometimes depicted with a dog’s head. Man’s best friend on the road!
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Sir Isaac Newton, who discovered the principles of
gravity, also invented the cat door. Knock, knock!
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In Palding, Ohio police officers are permitted by
law to bite a dog to quiet it.
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Cats can make over 100 vocal sounds. Dogs can only
make 10. Who’s laughing meow?
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Guinea pig fact
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If your guinea pig jumps straight up and down don’t
be alarmed- it is a move called “popcorning.” Guinea pigs only do this move
if they are really excited or happy. So next time you catch your guinea pig “popcorning”
get excited and popcorn with him!
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Have you ever seen your cat walk up to you with its
tail quivering? This is the greatest
expression of love your cat can give you.
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Robust and regal, Great Danes and Mastiffs are as
tough as they look. In the middle ages these big breeds were sometimes suited
with armour and spiked collars and were brought into battle. Some even suited
up to guard supply caravans!
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If you don’t think a rabbit is a big commitment
think again- rabbits have an average life span of 10 years.
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Do you have a mouthy cat? It’s probably all your
fault- the more you talk to your feline friend, the more it will speak to you. Meow!
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It’s a canine commandment! Dogs are mentioned 14
times in the Bible. Praise the woof!
#DogFact!
Dog fact
The only sweat-glands a dog has are located between the paw pads.
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Cat fact
Black cats are a symbol of good luck in Great Britain.
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Black cats are a symbol of good luck in Great Britain.
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