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Do cows sleep standing up?

The idea that cows sleep while standing is primarily used to support the urban myth known as cow tipping. While many people claim to have tipped over sleeping cows as the animals slept standing, according to the Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association, such boasts have been proven false since cows do not sleep while standing as horses do. Pushing a standing cow over would also be very difficult for the average person to accomplish due to the cow's weight.

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What is a female goose called?

A female goose chooses a monogamous partner at three years of age. After building a nest and lining it with her feathers, she lays a clutch of about five eggs. She incubates the eggs for 28 to 30 days while the gander keeps watch nearby. At one day old, the goslings can swim and dive for food 30 to 40 feet under water.\nThere are nine species of geese in the world. The most common in North America is the Canada goose.

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What is a good walking schedule for a greyhound?

Greyhounds can reach speeds of up to 45 mph. With their long legs and a narrow torso, greyhounds enjoy short, intense sprints more than long, leisurely walks. A safe, enclosed area is the best place for a greyhounds to tire themselves out; otherwise, they can develop hyperactivity. If raced against other greyhounds, these dogs should wear muzzles to prevent bites.

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What is a brindle Akita?

Some international kennel clubs distinguish between the American Akita and the Japanese Akita. All Japanese red or brindle Akitas must have urajiro markings, which require white on the cheeks, neck, chest, legs and tail. In the United States, Great Britain, Canada and other countries, all types of Akitas are accepted regardless of color or brindle and other markings.

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How do you exterminate moths?

Place moth traps in and around the affected area and vacuum carpet regularly to remove all moth larvae. Change vacuum bags regularly, and dispose of old bags in an outdoor trash receptacle. Thoroughly wash and dry all clothes, bed sheets, linen and blankets in the affected area.\nClean or wipe down all affected areas, including wardrobes, cupboards, drawers, walls or floor molding. Clean cracks and crevices where moths may lay eggs. Clean any bags, containers or suitcases in the area, as these may contain more eggs and larvae.\nIf this fails to eradicate moths from a given area, contact a loca..

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Are dogs' mouths really cleaner than humans?

Both dogs and humans are affected by periodontal disease, but the species of bacteria that cause it are slightly different, explains LiveScience. However, dental cavities are much more rare in dogs because their diets are usually low in sugar, making a dog's mouth a more inhospitable environment for the S. mutans bacteria that thrive off of sucrose. People are unlikely to become infected by a dog's germs, but some bacteria can be exchanged between the species, notes Mental Floss.

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What is a red-bellied black snake?

The red-bellied black snake searches for prey both on land and in water, and is known to climb several feet up trees and shrubs in pursuit of meals. It feeds during the day with a diet consisting of frogs, tadpoles, reptiles, fish, rats, mice and other small mammals, including birds. Though venomous, its bites are rare, as the snake is not aggressive and typically flees at the sight of humans.\nPredators of adult snakes include feral cats, falcons and other raptors. Newborn and juvenile red-bellied black snakes may fall victim to frogs, kookaburras, other snakes and the red-backed spider. When..

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How big do rats get?

Pet rats usually range in size from 9-11 inches, with their long tails adding an extra 7-9 inches. In most cases male rats tend to be larger than the females. Gambian pouched rats can be kept as pets, but the largest ones tend to live in the wild.\nAccording to About.com, Gambian pouched rats are most commonly found in Central Africa, south of the Sahara Desert. They are often confused with African giant pouched rats, which can grow to be equally as large as Gambian rats.

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What is the difference between a groundhog, a gopher and a woodchuck?

While many people use the term gopher to describe woodchucks, some people refer to the 35 species of rodents of the family Geomyidae as pocket gophers. Pocket gophers live a subterranean lifestyle as woodchucks do, according to the University of Michigan’s Animal Diversity Web, but they are smaller than woodchucks are. Large pocket gopher species may reach 2 to 3 pounds in weight. Pocket gophers derive their name from the pockets inside their cheeks, which the tunneling rodents use to carry food.\nAccording to Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center, woodchucks primarily subsist on a d..

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What is the size of a Great Dane dog?

Part of the American Kennel Club's Working Group, these dogs were bred to guard the homes and estates of nobility. Despite their daunting appearance, Great Danes are known for their gentle, calm disposition and do best when they are close to their family versus being kenneled or secluded.\nThese "gentle giants" have short coats that require minimal grooming. Although Danes are generally subdued, they do require daily exercise and attention. Great Danes come in a rainbow of colors, from tan to brindle to "harlequin" or a white body with torn black splotches throughout. Due to their giant s..

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