Dire wolves actually existed, living up to 10,000 years ago before going extinct.
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A cat rubs against people not only to be affectionate but also to mark out its territory with scent glands around its face. The tail area and paws also carry the cat's scent.
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Gorillas can catch human colds and other illnesses.
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The most expensive dog in the world is the Tibetan Mastiff; worth $1.5 million.
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The largest breed of rabbit is the Flemish Giant.
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Using a remote-controlled camera, biologists caught dolphins getting high by sucking on puffer fish. They were even caught passing the puffer fish around.
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