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The Clever Hamsters Jazz Band

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 01:11:00 -0700

Did you ever think you’d see hamsters playing musical instruments?

The Serpentine Art of Guido Mocafico

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 01:10:00 -0700

Guido Mocafico doesn’t use paint, clay or a chisel to create these brilliant works of natural art. His art form is smooth, silent and scaly-skinned, the living creatures of the serpent world. Earlier this decade, Mocafico began photographing a wide variety of living snakes in a color-neutral environment. The close-quarter confines in these images cause the snakes to wrap and overlap amongst eachother, creating amazing shapes and patterns of bodies and colors. No matter your opinion of our scaly, legless friends, these images are truly breath taking. The colors are so visually arresting in Guido Mocafico’s work, we’ve never seen eye candy quite like this.

Animals In Santa Hats

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 01:03:00 -0700

Animals In Santa Hats

Deer Mouse

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:58:00 -0700

This is a deer mouse or Chevrotain, small, secretive creatures now found only in the tropical forests of Africa, India, Sri Lanka, and South-east Asia.

Chevrotains are shy, solitary, evening- and night-active vegetarians. They stand about 30centimetres (12 inches) at the shoulder and characteristically seem to walk on the hoof tips of their slender legs. The fur is reddish brown with spots and stripes of paler colour or white; the underside is pale. The males have small, curved tusks protruding downward out of the mouth.

The Strangest and Rarest Animals in the World

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:57:00 -0700

Based on recent estimates there are approximately 30-50 million species on Earth. Among those species were the common birds, dogs, cats and fishes but did you know that there are strange and weird species which you probably haven't heard of?

Say, have you heard of a Leafy Sea dragon? or do you know how strange the Komondor Dog looks like? or did you even know that the weird-looking Hag Fish is not even considered as a fish by many scientists?

To answer your questions regarding the strange and weird species, here listed below is a compilation of the strangest and weirdest animal species on Earth.

2009 Best Animal Photos - MSNBC

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:56:00 -0700

Great MSNBC collection of animal photos (best of 2009).

Meet Giant George, the World’s Tallest Dog

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:54:00 -0700

A Blue Great Dane called George that stands at nearly 43 inches tall and weighs a staggering 245lbs, has been recognised as the tallest dog by the Guinness Books of Records. Pictured here in the parks of Tuscon, Arizona, George, a four-year-old, looks more like a miniature horse than a dog.

The giant, who measures 7ft 3ins from nose to tail, could be a prime contender to take the title from the former record holder, Gibson, a harlequin Great Dane who passed away from cancer last August.

Now George's owners, David and Christine Nasser, are awaiting confirmation from Guinness World Records to see if he has achieved the lofty heights.

'He's 42.625 inches at the shoulder,' said David. 'He's very very unique.'
According to David, George consumes 110lbs of food every month, and sleeps alone in his own Queen Size Bed.

Cars That Look like Animals

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:53:00 -0700

Yes, you read it right! But apart from animals there are some cartoon characters that cars resemble. My favourite is Chrysler Crossfire, look what it looks like. Too funny :)

Celebrities and their Pets

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:52:00 -0700

Many celebrities like cats, dogs and other "pets". A pet can be a comfort and there's nothing better than getting a wet kiss when you least expect it. Check out some of these celebs and their furry best friends!

Victoria Beckham

Marlon Brando

Freddie Mercury

Elizabeth Taylor

Charlie Chaplin

Andy Samberg

Michelle Pfeiffer

Karen Elson

Ian Anderson

Cameron Diaz

Adam Sandler

Bob Dylan

Christina Ricci

Robert Smith

Sam Rockwell

Hugh Laurie

Jason Mraz

Michael Jackson

Patti Smith

Carl Barat

Audrey Kitching

Bam Margera

Drew Barrymore

Adriana Lima

Dita Von Teese

Audrey Hepburn

Evgeni Plushenko

Paramore

Christoph Waltz

Karen Elson

Paris Hilton

Claudia Schiffer

Ian Somerhalder

Michael Showalter

Sean Hayes

Sienna Miller

Pete Doherty

James Franco

Ava Gardner

Johnny Depp

Winston Churchill

Madonna

Sierra Kusterbeck

Katy Perry

Peter Lorre

Anthony Perkins

Vladimir Putin

Crystal Castles

Elton John

Penelope Cruz

Alfred Hitchcock

Hannah Glasby

Mark Twain

George Harrison

Beyonce

James Dean

Morrissey

Simon

Amy Carter

Kim Novak

Robert De Niro

Hilary Swank

Carla Bruni

Brigitte Bardot

Top 10 Most Dangerous Dog Breeds

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:51:00 -0700

It’s good to know what breeds of dogs might be most dangerous, just to keep yourself safe. Sometimes the danger in a dog isn’t even a nasty personality, but a matter of them not knowing their own strength. Even though I personally still find it hard to believe that breed alone deems a dog “dangerous,” you never know what a dog’s owner has taught it. The research into the most dangerous dogs included below was performed by the American Veterinary Medical Association, the CDC, and the Humane Society of the United States. We’ll start with least dangerous of the bunch.

10. Dalmatian
Origin: Balkans, India, Middle Ages
Weight: 40-70 lbs
Height: 20-24 inches

Dalmatians are active and energetic dogs, loving to be outdoors. They are very playful and love running.

There’s still no definite info about what this breed was originally bred for. This is the first dotted breed in Europe, Asia and Africa. They were serving as warriors, hunters, and shepherds before finally becoming the symbol of the English fireman.

9. Boxer
Origin: Germany, 1850-ies
Weight: 50-70 lbs
Height: 20-25 inches

Unlike their name suggest, these dogs are not typically aggressive by nature. They are bright, energetic and playful breed. Boxers have been known to be "headstrong", which makes it a bit difficult to train them but with positive reinforcement techniques, Boxers often respond much better.

8. Presa Canario
Origin: Canary Islands, Africa
Weight: 100-125 lbs
Height: 25-26 inches

The Presa Canario hails from the Canary Islands, where the dogs were trained for hunting and for war. During the 18th century, English traders and merchants came to the Canary Islands, bringing with them their working and gladiator dogs, notably the Mastiff of England and the Bulldog. Englishmen also brought with them their traditions of pit fighting for which their breeds and the island dogs were inevitably mixed and eventually bred to produce the ultimate fighter. Nowadays the breed is used for guarding and the handling and driving of cattle.

The dogs of this breed can be gentle and noble with their families, showing great affection to their owners, and being suspicious of strangers. They are a guardian breed with man-stopping ability, incredible power and a complete lack of fear.

7. Chow Chow
Origin: China, antiquity
Weight: 40-65 lbs
Height: 18-22 inches

The chow chow is an independent dog often focused only on its own needs. Chow chows need constant physical activity and communication, even if they don’t seem to like being disturbed much.

Chow chows were bred for hunting and helping shepherds.

6. Doberman Pinscher
Origin: Germany, XIX century
Weight: 65-90 lbs
Height: 26-28 inches

Doberman pinschers (often just called dobermans) are dogs that were originally bred to protect and defend. It is important to avoid any type of aggressive play and struggle with these dogs, instead letting the games be guided to develop the doberman’s intelligence. Even though they aren’t small dogs, dobermans can adapt to life in a city and become a perfect companion for the experienced, physically active owner. The typical pet Doberman attacks only if it believes that it, its property, or its family are in danger.

5. Alaskan Malamute
Origin: North America, ancient times
Weight: 80-110 lbs
Height: 23-28 inches

The malamute is a friendly dog, but it has rather an independent temper. It’s better to keep this dog in a village, far from the city. Sometimes violent and energetic, they constantly need to move or play. If they are bored, they can become destructive. That's why this dog needs lots of exercise to be happy. It’s a working breed where the dogs are used to a cold climate, so if you don’t live in the deep north, make your malamute a nice playground as they are always in need of physical activity.

4. Husky
Origin: Siberia, ancient times
Weight: 35-55 lbs
Height: 20-24 inches

The training of a husky is a complicated thing, and this dog is not recommended for beginning dog owners. Initially these dogs were used to transport goods on a sleigh. Not afraid of cold weather, they’re very active and loving dogs. The love to get together with other members of their breed and howl at the moon.

A 2000 study of dog bites resulting in human fatalities in the U.S. found fifteen such fatalities (6% of the total) were caused by "husky-type" dogs between 1979 and 1997.

3. German Shepherd
Origin: Germany, XIX century
Weight: 70-85 lbs
Height: 22-26 inches

German shepherds are very beautiful dogs, distinguished from other breeds by their reliable and obedient temper. They are in need of constant and serious physical activity though, and they seem to give preference to long walks and active games.

Originally (as obvious from the name), the dogs were used for grazing sheep. They are great home guards and often participate in programs for the disabled. They are highly used by local authorities such as the police K-9 unit. German shepherds are known to be fearless and confident dogs.

2. Rottweiler
Origin: Germany, 1820-ies
Weight: 85-110 lbs
Height: 23-27 inches

Rottweilers are powerful dogs with strong jaws, primarily meant to protect. The breed was bred especially for that purpose. They often don’t like strangers and other dogs — they are guards at heart, and the dog owner should always remember that.

1. Pit Bull
Origin: US, XIX century
Weight: 55-65 lbs
Height: 18-22 inches

The pit bull was bred especially for dog fighting and, sad as it is, they’re still used for this purpose today. A pit bull is a fearless dog that will take on any opponent. They will lock their jaws onto the prey until it's dead. Pit bulls have a reputation of mauling people to death.

Worst Dog Haircuts Ever

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:50:00 -0700

Dressing up animals is one thing… But shearing poodles to look like lions, my little ponies and cow-dog hybrids is just wrong on every level.

60 Stunning HDR Photos of Animals

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:49:00 -0700

Normally HDR technique is used to approach reality in photos, however with HDR photos it is also usually the contrary, they give the impression that colors are artificial and don’t look natural at all. But these HDR photos of animals are some of the best ones I’ve seen. They do serve their primary goal and create the feeling of looking at the real-life objects and landscapes.

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Stunning Close Up Photography Of Wild Animals

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:47:00 -0700

All these wildlife photographs were taken under controlled conditions by 32-year-old British photographer Jonathan Griffiths who lives in Montana, USA.

Griffiths held his camera just inches away from tigers, leopards, bears and cougars to get the close-up shots. He endured bitter -40 degree Celsius temperatures, as he gained the trust of each animal over two to three days attracting them with chicken meat.

Mr. Risky got a camera 2 years ago as his birthday present from his fiancée. She wanted him to take pictures of their newborn son. But, after visiting a local zoo, Jonathan became certain that he wanted to photograph powerful predators in the wild. So he went to America and stayed in a lodge by a wildlife reserve. Waking up at 5.30 a.m. every day, he would take his pictures. He admitted that this was a big adrenaline rush, being so close to animals that he could see the drool dripping on to their jaws.

He carried on his project for 15 months. Luckily, he and his camera have survived this challenge.

shir

Crazy Halloween Costumes for Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:46:00 -0700

Photos of dogs in funny Halloween costumes.

Everyone loves their pets, and when you find your cat or dog watching other cats and dogs it is always hilarious. Here are some homemade shots of TV watching cats and dogs.

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:45:00 -0700

Photobombs with animals are even funnier than those with people.

Pictures Of Cats Watching Cats On TV

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:44:00 -0700

Everyone loves their pets, and when you find your cat or dog watching other cats and dogs it is always hilarious. Here are some homemade shots of TV watching cats and dogs.

How to Organize Your Cats

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:43:00 -0700

It’s simple just find their favorite place of resting. There’s something about these drawers, boxes, shelves, dressers etc that they love so much.

Animals with Two Heads

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:41:00 -0700

These are a collection of two headed animals. They seem perfectly normal other than the fact that they have two heads. I have heard that many of these two-headed animals lead perfectly normal lives. Two heads are always better than one.

Canine Commandos

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:40:00 -0700

These Canine Commandos are being trained at the Wolfgrey K9 training facility, near Bangalore, India. German Shepherd's, Dutch Shepherd's and Belgian Shepherd's (Mechelaar herders or Malinois) breeds of dogs are carefully selected, bred and worked by experienced dog handlers at the facility. They are used to prevent the violence in the cities and towns including riots, terrorist threats and domestic aggression. These K9s make great partners.

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Dogs Walking on Two Legs

These are some very cute pictures of dogs walking on their hind legs. There's something peculiar but also very endearing about dogs that can walk upright. Maybe its because they seem all too human when they're standing on their hind legs.

Hilarious Yoga Dogs Calendar

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Sat, 21 May 2011 00:39:00 -0700

A golden retriever holding firm in the classic warrior pose and a Chihuahua chilling out in the pendant position are just some examples for this hilarious Yoga Dogs calendar.

Texas couple Dan and Alejandra Borris teamed up to create the immensely popular calendar featuring canines doing yoga poses. But if you hadn't guessed, professional photographer Dan has leaned heavily on photoshop to create these howling good fun pics. Relying on his wife Alejandra, a former yoga teacher and now animal practioner, to get the dogs in as close to position as possible, Dan then photographs the dogs before making adjustments in photoshop.

Steampunk Toys by Carbfu

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Fri, 20 May 2011 11:07:00 -0700

An interesting development would be to add electronics, promoting them to robots or perhaps just to explore the performance envelope of steam engines with real-time pressure and temperature regulation, not unlike engine managment systems found in modern combustion engines.

According to the artist: I'm an artist first and foremost, you can check out some of my artwork and animation. Doing something creative and unique is just part of my nature. I'm interested in old tech, but with a twist, in the spirit of steampunk. But form follows function, these ideas must work, otherwise it won't matter how cool they look. I wanted to build the first of its kind using the power of steam, and wacky / silly ranks high in my book....

These steam machines are real miniature live steam engines. Principles are simple, heat + water = steam, steam pushes pistons and provides power in a circular motion.... how you harness that work is up to you :) I use mainly stationary or marine engines to start. They use alcohol, gas, or solid fuel tablets for heat, and requires oiling on each run. Distilled water is recommended, and steam pressure can build up around 1 to 3 bars, or around 10-40 psi. They have safety valves which releases the steam at a certain pressure, as not to "blow up", and typical running time, depending on the machines, is anywhere between 5-30 minutes.

Literary Legos

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Fri, 20 May 2011 11:06:00 -0700

Is there anything that hasn’t been created from Lego bricks? Fine Clonier ran a contest that invited people to create historical figures out of Legos. Mark Twain below was the overall contest winner. Bookalicious recently posted some of the literary figures featured in the contest.

Ultimate Pirate Ship Bedroom

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Fri, 20 May 2011 11:05:00 -0700

A six-year-old boy in Minnesota is the envy of all with a pirate bedroom designed by Steve Kuhl. It features a floating pirate ship high on the wall, a spiral slide, a rope bridge, a jail cell, and a closet accessible from overhead!

3D Screw Portraits by Andrew Myers

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Fri, 20 May 2011 11:05:00 -0700

California-based sculptor Andrew Myers is probably one of the most patient artists who turns screws into three-dimensional portraits of his subjects. To create the unique portraits, some of which are four foot tall, Andrew firstly spends weeks drilling holes into a piece of wood. He then carefully drills in the screws, making sure each one is positioned correctly before painting each screw head by hand.

Animals with Two Heads

noreply@blogger.com (picture) — Fri, 20 May 2011 11:04:00 -0700