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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Two dogs were among the Titanic survivors.
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One in three dog owners say they have talked to their pets on the phone.
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The two oldest cats on record lived to 38 and 34 years old, both were owned by the same owner and lived off a diet of bacon, eggs, broccoli and coffee.
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Jumping fleas can accelerate 50 times faster than the space shuttle.
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