Ten seconds of hugging a day increases levels of oxytocin, which can reduce blood pressure, thus cutting the risk of heart disease.
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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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Baby rabbits are called kittens.
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Holding hands with someone you love can alleviate physical pain as well as stress and fear.
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A couple had their wedding rings engraved with a waveform of their own voices saying "I do."
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Some British police cars carry a teddy bear to console children after an accident.
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When dragonflies mate, their tails form a love heart.
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Squirrels will sometimes adopt orphaned baby squirrels that they’re related to.
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