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What is this egg?

Reddit Animals

Or more accurately, my dog found it. I don't know if it had hatched or if the dog got it (she was licking it when I found her). We were guessing it may be a from a snake or other reptile, as it was buried and packed in pretty solid, but we have no idea. I found this egg buried in my yard today.

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What pets are good for depression?

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I can’t have a dog or cat seeing as my mom won’t let me due to both of us having allergies. I always make sure to heavily research before owning a pet, and have had many reptiles and other animals before. I’d be fine living with the sniffles but she isn’t. Thanks submitted by /u/Ok_Substance5897 [link] [comments]

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The Unbreakable Bond Between Pets and Humans

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From cats and dogs to birds and reptiles, pets have a unique ability to connect with humans in ways that are both profound and lasting. Dogs, in particular, are known for their ability to ward off intruders and alert us to potential dangers. Pets also serve as protectors and guardians, keeping us safe and secure.

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The tail of the Motmot

10,000 Birds

Less than a minute later, a very friendly black Labrador dog came ambling by. The Motmot never flew away, and as soon as the dog was out of sight, the tail stopped wagging. Their food consists of insects, small reptiles, and fruit. What had I done, what behavior had caused this?

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Birding Shanghai in February 2022

10,000 Birds

The White’s Thrush will keep pretending to be a reptile. Tianmashan bonus mammal: a Raccoon Dog – though it looks a lot like a raccoon, it is actually more closely related to foxes than to raccoons.

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German Canines to Help Catch Smugglers

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Amy, a German shepherd, and Uno, a Labrador retriever, have joined the team at {Frankfurt,} one of Europe's busiest airports — the first two dogs in Germany trained to sniff out live animals, plants or derivatives or remains of them. Interesting. Incredible that illegal smuggling is estimated at $293 billion. That's huge.

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Bringing Your Pet to Disneyland

4 The Love Of Animals

Then you hear a bark and realized, who’s taking care of the dogs when you’re away? Dogs, cats, birds (given there is no avian bird flu alert), rabbits and non-venomous reptiles are allowed. Everything is all set. Suddenly you don’t feel so excited anymore. What if he forgets to feed them on time? At Disneyland, you can!

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