Toygers – Tiny Replicas of Tigers
With most species of tigers about to become extinct, cat breeders are trying to help their cause by creating a tiny tiger replica, called Toyger. Jennifer Santee has always had a thing for tigers and dreamed of having one as a pet. But knowing that wasn’t ever going to happen, she decided to make a […]
Spain Invents New Style of Bull Fight
Very different than traditional bullfighting, bull dallying is a lot more fun and doesn’t involve killing the bull at the end. People in San Sebastian, a small town in central Spain, have come up with a way of having fun and keeping the bull as a part of their ancient tradition. Instead of torturing and […]
Bald Pengiun Wears a Wetsuit
Ralph, a nine-year-old Humboldt penguin wears a custom-made wetsuit that might just save his life. Ok, so it’s not designed by Armani or Versace but it’s good enough to protect Ralph from the harmful rays of the sun. Unfortunately for him, Ralph lost all of his feathers in just one day, instead of five weeks, […]
Chouchou the Dog Walks Like a Man
It’s hard to believe a dog can walk on his back paws without losing its balance, but Chouchou proves it’s not impossible. Chouchou may look like just a small dog, but he’s one of the biggest stars in Chongqing, Southwest China. People stop and stare every time he goes out for a walk with his […]
Most Amazing Groomed Poodles Ever
Grooming a poodle is not easy, but these photos go to show you just how complex this craft can be. Ren Netherland is the owner of animalphotography.com, an online pet photography studio and the man who tours the country to take photos of winners at grooming competitions all over the United States. Personally I never […]
The Tasty Cooked Mice of Malawi
I knew cooked field rats were eaten in Asian countries like Thailand and Vietnam (they look very tasty too), but it seems they’re regarded as a delicacy in African countries like Malawi. Living in one of the world’s poorest countries, the people of Malawi have to survive any way they can, so when they’re confronted […]
The Incredible Doctor Fish
Actually, I’m not just talking about one, but hundreds of small “doctor fish” treating serious skin conditions like psoriasis. Garra Rufa Obtusa, also referred to as Doctor Fish, is a special species of fish, found in northern and central parts of the Middle East. In countries like Turkey, people have started breading them artificially, in […]
A Different Kind of Bullfight
Unlike the Spanish, who like to get involved, the Chinese just like to watch as two bulls brutally fight each other. I’m not talking about the Spanish and the Chinese in general, but there’s no denying there are those who actually enjoy this type of displays. These particular bullfights took place in Lianglong Village, Guanxing […]
Koda – The Dwarf Pony
As a horse, you have to be really small to be called a small pony and Koda is smaller than most dogs and only a bit bigger than a cat. The smallest pony in Australia, Koda weighs just 35 kg and is only 59 cm tall. As an American Miniature pony, he was supposed to […]
A Goat Hanging Around
Apparently these photos were taken in Norway, where a ram was found hanging around on a steel wire. It seems the animal tried to leap over a living fence, but overshot his jump and one of his horns hooked the wire. The ram ended up being stuck 5 meters into the air, until it was […]
Piglets Love Tequila!
Not the Mexican drink, although I’ve seen pigs eat and drink anything, but a 2-year-old Rottweiler/pit-bull named Tequila, who adopted six little pigs. It all started on a rainy Monday morning, when both farmer John Favreau’s dog and his sow gave birth. Because of the rainstorm, John had to move the piglets in his home, […]
Kissing Animals…Oh Hell No!
Have you ever fantasized about making-out with an animal? You have?!? That’s just twisted… Although zoophilia and bestiality are taboo subjects in our modern society, artist Saiman Chow tackles these delicate issues in his latest artworks. It’s not my thing, but maybe someone out there appreciates this more. via Trend Hunter
The Talented Roosendaal Rats
Rats have been called many things, but… talented? That doesn’t happen very often, but these two rats aren’t ordinary either. Just like the surfing rats, they do cool tricks. Trained by Dutch photographer Ellen van Deelen to hold different musical instruments and pose for the camera, the Roosendaal Rats are considered very talented by their […]
Benny the Giant Rabbit
And I don’t mean it’s slightly larger than your every day carrot-muncher, Benny is a regular bunny giant. Two year-old Benny is a Flemish buck who’s about to receive the title of longest rabbit in the world. He probably also holds the record for the world’s heaviest bunny, but the Guinness Book of Records no […]
Steampunk Cheetah by Andrew Chase
Well doesn’t this strange creation leave you breathless? I think Joe from bookofjoe said it best: “Amazing people bestride our planet. As do their creations”. Designed and created by the amazing Andrew Chase, this steampunk cheetah is 24 inches tall and 50 inches long, from nose to tail. It weighs just 40 pounds and is […]