Pigs can breathe through their butts Pigs can breathe through their butts. So can mice and rats! Scientists discovered this by researching alternative methods for ventilators traditionally used to pump oxygen to the lungs. Turns out, oxygen gas via the anus into the intestines worked in reoxygenating blood. Source Ventilating the rectum to support respiration …
In maritime folklore, bananas were blamed for bad luck—especially among sailors and fishermen. Some fishermen believed bananas scared away fish or that you’d catch nothing if you brought one on board. Alternatively, black cats on boats were thought to bring good luck. Learn more at https://www.hubbardsmarina.com/bananas-bad-luck-on-a-boat/
Did you know, house cats share 95.6% of their DNA with tigers. They also act similarly when it comes to stalking and pouncing. Learn more >> https://www.csmonitor.com/Science/2013/0918/House-cats-and-tigers-share-95.6-percent-of-DNA-study-reveals
In American folklore, women accused of witchcraft were believed to have black cats as their familiars, offering companionship and protection In the United States, especially around Halloween, black cats are often linked to witchcraft and spooky superstitions that date back to Puritan times. The association with witchcraft is an old European belief brought to America, …
For Valentine’s Day, a North Carolina pet clinic is offering to castrate and name a feral cat in honor of your horrible ex for a $50 donation. Sheets Pet Clinic is raising money for their Sheets Feral Cat Fund to aid in the fight against homeless cat overpopulation. According to the clinic, “we will name …