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For Dogs, Begging Is More Effective Than Working

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For Dogs, Begging Is More Effective Than Working

A new study out from the Center for Canine Prosperity reveals what many have known for some time – that dogs often get what they want by begging, rather than working hard for it.

Researchers reviewed the productivity-to-income ratios of nearly 3,000 dogs across the country and found that those who beg are, on average, 34% more successful.

“What kind of work ethic are we instilling in today’s puppies if we give them whatever they want at the slightest whimper?” asks Conrad Butler, a conservative blogger who wrote about the study. “Next stop, government handouts.”

Mr. Bear, submitted by Laura Severance.

Panda Cubs Grounded After Treetop Horseplay

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Two panda bear cubs were caught misbehaving in the treetops of their enclosure early Tuesday morning, and subsequently sent to their rooms.

According to reports, the cubs’ mother “totally freaked” when she saw them horsing around at such dangerous heights. She has confiscated their phones and Chinese media outlet Panda Cute OK! has confirmed the cubs will go without video games for at least a week.

Via Explore.org.

Dog and Chinchilla Form Fast Friendship After Valentine’s Party

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Dog and Chinchilla Form Fast Friendship After Valentine’s Party

It didn’t take long for Maggie (left) and Charlie (right) to realize they had a lot in common. Both are fluffy, both live in New York, both are pretty cute (if they do say so themselves), and both own every album by ’90s alt-rock band Better Than Ezra.

After being introduced by a mutual friend at a Valentine’s Day party, the two have been texting furiously, and there are rumors of a date night on the horizon.

Submitted by Erin Lehr.