They say that cats always fall on their feet. There is some truth to this.
Kittens that are even a few months old usually land upright, although not all reach the same speed.
Adult cats have a self-righting mechanism, controlled by part of their inner ear, that causes the head, neck and body to rotate into the correct sitting position.
Flexing their spines also helps them absorb the impact of landing.
Ostriches hide their heads in the sand
This myth may be a result of an anti-predator strategy used by ostriches.
When these large birds sense a threat, they lie down with their heads down, making their dark bodies look like bushes rather than appetizing food.
It turns out that they hide their heads in their bodies, and not in the sand, as shown in many cartoons for the sake of spectacle.
Can you teach old dogs new tricks?
Veterinarians say yes. This notion may be due to the fact that older dogs may have conditions like arthritis that cause chronic pain, making them seem less willing to participate.
In fact, since dogs' cognitive functions also decline with age, dog trainers recommend that owners teach their older dogs new tricks through positive, reward-based training that helps stimulate their brains.
