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Fake news, bad news, horrifying news - all of that and so much more negativity reach us every day. And even if you're quite content with your life and belong to the happy people group, these horrible happenings can break down even the best of us sometimes. That's why we are determined to change the world at least a tiny bit by spreading as much good news as possible.

Did you know that according to Swiss law, social animals like guinea pigs must have a buddy with them, and it's illegal to own just one? And were you aware that sea otters hold hands while sleeping, so they don't drift away from one another? And believe it or not, did you know that Norway knighted a penguin? These are just some of the random happy facts that you can find in the list below. Compiled by Bored Panda, these interesting facts are sure to put a smile on your face while also teaching you a thing or two about the world we live in and the great role models who make it better. Don't forget to vote for the best!

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    Sasha Bharti
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would happily pay for this to be put in every country with high amounts of stays x

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    MagicalUnicorn
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    true that, my piggie got depression when his friend died, so now wants to be hed and petted more often

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    Nyello
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Robin Williams was a wonderful man and I wish someone could have helped him the way he helped so many others.

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    Emre
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cats bring me dead mice and pigeons. Sometimes they bring fishbones they gather from neighbours :)

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    Stille20
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was dubious of this one, but it turns out there is evidence of corgis existing as far back as 1107 AD

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    Yvonne Bernal
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Scientific tests also showed that they stress out when separated. They believe that by reducing the stress they will raise their milk yield. But considering cows are herd animals, this isn't really surprising.

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    Amanda Panda
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thats amazing. Nowadays people get pissed off if you say "Merry Christmas" instead of "Happy Holidays" smh

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    F. R. Gehlbach & R. S. Baldridge , rihaij Report

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    Fraser Munro
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eastern screech owls keep texas blimd snakes around their nests to get rid of pests, so yes this one is indeee very true!

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    Amanda Panda
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's such a beautiful and strong person! She exemplifies what inner beauty truly means, and it radiates outwardly!

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    Amanda Panda
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do something similar every morning when my alarm goes off, and I make my way to the shower

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    Fire Bird
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how they would know that? So in their world, while swimming past one another, one could be a Phil and another a Jack? It would be like "Hey Phil, I found a warm spot over here, check it out.

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    Iuan Langford
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its because in folklore unicorns are the slayers of lions. lions are the national animal of England

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    Cassie
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many prisons in the US have a program that has select inmates train shelter dogs, some for specific tasks such as disability service dogs. Marked improvement in inmate behavior and outlook have been noted in these programs and, of course, it improves the lives of the dogs involved.

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    Jennifer Lamb
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Greyhounds As Pets NSW have a similar program at a women's correctional facility here in Sydney. The inmates help prepare ex-racing greys for life as a pet, teaching them things like how to go up & down stairs, basic obedience, etc. It's great for the dogs, as well as the inmates who can even earn a government-recognised certificate. (Our foster grey participated in this!) :)

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