In 1955, the citizens of São Paulo were so upset with their government that they elected a rhinoceros named Cacareco (meaning rubbish) to the city council in protest, with over 100,000 votes.
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Cats and dogs can hear ultrasound.
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Nicole Kidman is scared of butterflies.
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Cats are one of the only animals to domesticate themselves and approach humans on their own terms.
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The largest breed of rabbit is the Flemish Giant.
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Sergeant Stubby was the only war dog to be promoted to sergeant through combat in WWI. He saved his regiment from surprise mustard gas attacks, found and comforted the wounded, and even once caught a German spy by the seat of his pants, holding him there until American Soldiers found him.
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