(PET CARE) Even though it may seem like it, cats don’t claw the furniture to get revenge or because they dislike your decor. Find out why they can’t resist ripping up the couch, and how to stop your pet’s destructive clawing. — Global Animal
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Jason Collins Scores For Gay Animals
(CULTURE) Praised NBA center Jason Collins has come out as gay in an article featured in Monday’s edition of Sports Illustrated. He is the first openly gay male professional athlete who is currently playing in a major sport. During a conversation with the acclaimed basketball player, President Barack Obama praised Collins for his bravery and gave the pro-athlete his full support. Not only is the President of the United States on Collin’s side, but the animal kingdom also has the NBA center’s back. Evidence of homosexual behavior is found throughout the animal world in many different species, including sheep and penguins. Take a closer look at some same-sex partnerships in nature that prove love is blind among all animals, including humans. — Global Animal
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7 Weird Cat Behaviors Explained
(PET CARE) All animals do some pretty strange things—human animals included—but cats take the prize for bizarre antics. From elevator butts and head bonks to kneading your lap, find out what your pet cat’s odd behavior means. — Global Animal
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When A Seal Loves A Penguin
(ANIMAL BEHAVIOR) A strange phenomenon, known as “misdirected mating,” has some researchers speculating on the correlation between sexually frustrated, lower ranking fur seals and their desire to mate with penguins, an entirely different class of animal. “These things happen in wildlife,” says veterinarian Heather Harris. But when mixed mating results in no viable offspring, the behavior is difficult to understand from an evolutionary standpoint. Researchers conclude that sexual violence does occur in the animal kingdom, and in extreme cases, males’ coercive behavior may spill over to forcing themselves on other species. Click the link for more bizarre seal-on-penguin-related facts and information regarding misdirected mating. — Global Animal
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Vick’s Dogs Reunite For Family Photo
(DOG RESCUE) October 27 marked the fifth anniversary of the adoption of the 13 dogs rescued from Michael Vick’s Bad Newz Kennels. In celebration of the progress and success of these once abused dogs, seven of the canines and their current guardians reunited for a family photo at BadRap, one of the two non-profit organizations that took in Vick’s fighting dogs. Many believed that the recovered dogs from Bad Newz Kennels were violent and should be euthanized, but BadRap was determined to rehabilitate Vick’s victims. Thanks to the compassionate persons at BadRap and the amazing families who adopted the companions, the dogs ”have gone on to earn impressive accolades, and all have proven themselves to be cherished family companions,” stated BadRap director Donna Reynolds. Continue reading to learn about the many accomplishments of these resilient animals. — Global Animal
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Are Animals Superstitious?
(ANIMAL BEHAVIOR) It’s no surprise that the 16-foot fishing boat name the Titanic II sunk on its maiden voyage. Superstitions, like believing a ship sharing a name with the infamous Titanic I will also share her fate, or believing black cats are unlucky, are not only found in humans. Animals have been found to exhibit superstitious behaviors, too, though their superstitions tend to make a little more sense than ours. Read on to understand your pet’s quirky behaviors. — Global Animal
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Arlington Breaks The Chain
(ANIMAL NEWS) TEXAS — The city of Arlington passed a new ordinance this month prohibiting the tethering of dogs. Since dogs are social animals and crave companionship, leaving a dog chained or tied up can lead to neurotic behavior and aggression. Read on for how Arlington is joining other Texan cities to help protect pets and people. — Global Animal
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Hyenas Change Diet During Lent
(ANIMAL BEHAVIOR) Research suggests that hyenas eat less meat scavenged from human garbage during lent, and have to supplement their diet with other sources. Hyenas are opportunistic and can digest almost anything, including bones. During lent, when local Christians give up meat, researches find that hyenas hunt more wild animals instead. Read more on this interesting phenomenon. — Global Animal
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