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Why Do Animals Have Tails?

Animals have tails for several reasons, including balance, communication, navigation, and defense. Some animals like monkeys have tails that help them grab onto tree limbs for climbing and sometimes to grab food. Farm animals such as cows, sheep, horses and goats swish their tails to keep flies away. Horses that have their tails cut lose […]

Pets in the Classroom Program Enhances Curriculum through Children’s Natural Love for Animals

By Pets in the Classroom Having a classroom pet fosters skills like responsibility, nurturing and teamwork. Children develop a sense of respect for living creatures and a connection to the natural world. But, a classroom pet also provides countless ways to enhance curriculum in creative ways. Teachers have told Pets in the Classroom[1] that they […]

Do Pets Recognize Littermates

No one really knows for sure, but it is believed that some pets can recognize their littermates after being separated for a time, particularly if separation occurs after 8-10 weeks old. We know from studies that wolves bond with littermates and form packs. They do not usually accept a stranger into their pack. Researchers have […]