By Eshana Saha
Published Feb 07, 2025

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

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8 fun and quirky pet facts that will surprise you

Pets are fascinating creatures. Here are some of the weirdest and most surprising facts you didn’t know about them.

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Cats can’t taste sweetness: Unlike humans, cats lack taste receptors for sweet flavors.

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Dogs sweat through their paws: Their main cooling system is panting, but they also sweat through their foot pads.

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Goldfish can see more colors than humans: They can detect ultraviolet light.

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Parrots name their chicks: Parrot parents use specific sounds to call each baby bird.

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Rabbits can’t vomit: Their digestive system only moves in one direction.

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Hamsters store food in their cheeks: They carry food back to their burrows for safekeeping.

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Octopuses are playful pets: Some enjoy solving puzzles and playing with toys.

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