Without makeup/ [email protected]/ February 26, 2025

Do animals have a sense of humor?

A. Yes, animals seem to have a sense of humor, according to multiple scientific sources. Research suggests that humor serves social bonding purposes in several species.

Chimpanzees: Young chimpanzees play “ghost,” chasing others while covered in a blanket, causing their peers to laugh and scream.

Parrots: Known for deliberately causing mischief, such as: calling a dog by name to provoke a reaction or scattering seeds after the floor has been swept only to watch the human clean up again.

Dogs: They exhibit teasing behaviors such as playful running and dodging to initiate play and trick other dogs during mealtimes.

Rats: Surprisingly playful, they enjoy being tickled, produce high-pitched “giggles,” and can be taught games such as hide-and-seek.

Scientific perspective provided by researchers such as Marc Bekoff suggests that humor might serve similar evolutionary purposes in animals and humans, namely social bonding and stress relief. The ability to play and create humorous situations appears to be widespread among mammals, indicating that humor might be more universal than previously thought. As Darwin proposed, the difference between human and animal intelligence is a matter of degree, not fundamental kind.

I fondly remember playing hide-and-seek with my Caillou, I remember how he held his ball next to his mouth and waited for me to come closer so he could run with it, so many memories of my little dogs: Herman, Alyeska and Caillou.

Is there a reason we can't see all parts of our bodies?

A. The easy answer is that although we should be able to see our whole body, we can't; the reality is that from this point of view we are badly made. Now we know where to complain, eh!

The parts of our body that are external, but cannot be seen directly, such as the back of the head or behind, are due to limitations of human anatomy and vision. Our eyes are positioned at the front of our heads and have a limited field of view, optimized for tasks that require looking forward, such as hunting, gathering, and social interaction. Evolution favored this configuration for survival rather than providing a 360-degree view.

While many people can see the soles of their feet, the back of the head and buttocks remain largely out of direct view due to limited range of motion, body structure that obstructs the line of sight, and the fact that our eyes primarily look straight ahead. To see these areas, we rely on tools such as mirrors or the assistance of others.

Is it true that anyone has used shoe polish to dye their hair?

A. It is true that some people have occasionally resorted to using shoe polish as a substitute for hair dye. Historically, people like Elvis Presley used it to drastically alter their appearance. Others may have used it to hide gray hair, especially around the temples, or to achieve a particular aesthetic. However, using shoe polish on hair is not generally recommended. Some hair dyes can give an artificial look similar to shoe polish, but more importantly, shoe polish is not formulated for use on hair. Also, the color is not permanent and could easily transfer to clothing.