Weird, Odd or Bizarre

“Virgin” Anteater Gives Birth, Baffles Zoo Staff

anteater unexpectedly gives birth at zoo

by Arnold Carreiro

It looks like we may have learned something new about the gestation period of giant anteaters, or that lonely anteaters aren’t easily deterred from getting some secret love. You decide!

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Animal Heroes: Mandy The Goat And Mandy The Dog

by Laurie Kay Olson

You never know when something bad is going to happen and when it does you hope that your friends are the sort who are going to be there for you. When Noel Osborne, a farmer in Australia, was knocked over into a pile of manure by one of his cows that is when he discovered who his real friends were.

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Cheer For Our National Newts & Meet The 13 State Amphibians!

by Arnold Carreiro

I’ve covered America’s patriotic crustaceans, bats and dinosaurs, but are you aware of the United States’ favorite frogs and toads? I’ve collected the full squishy set of amphibians for you below for today’s history lesson:

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Drunk Safari Guide Rushes Bull African Elephant Head On! (Video)

Drunk Safari Guide Rushes Angry Bull Elephant

by Arnold Carreiro

Alcohol, safari trips and dangerous animals don’t mix, as this terrifying video demonstrates:

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Pet Sweep: Animal-Powered Debris Removal System

by Kitty Devine

Pet Sweep is the dream of many dog lovers -- a chance to get the pooch to earn its Snausages by taking on a household chore. You just strap these little dust mops to the dog's paws and it will dust your hardwood floors as it scampers about. All you need to do is open the box and . . . wait a minute . . . something isn't quite right here . . .

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Being In The Doghouse Can Be A Good Thing

The Dog Bark Park Bed And Breakfast In Cottonwood, Idaho

by Laurie Kay Olson

If you ever find yourself in a place called Cottonwood, Idaho, you have to check out this place -- the Dog Bark Park Inn. If you are a dog fanatic you may want to make the journey just to stay in this fabulously fun bed and breakfast built in the shape of a giant beagle. Oh, and about that fire hydrant nearby -- it's an outhouse. A touch of irony to go with the fun.

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Proof That Cats Are Better Than Dogs -- The Super Funny Animal Video of the Day!!!

by John P. Barker

I grew up with dogs as pets. It wasn't until I was in my 30s that I turned into a cat person. I love both equally--but this video made me laugh so hard that I shot soda out of my nose...

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