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The Never-Ending Struggle of Man vs. Beast

By Buck Wolf, About.com

Our animal friends are always reminding us that it's their planet, too. Here's the latest on humanity's ongoing struggle with its beastly friends.

Wichita Homeowner Wants Kitty Leash Law

Kansas Dogs must stay in their owners' yards or on a leash, and that's the law. Cats, however, are free to roam, at least for now. One Wichita man is fighting feline freedom.

Scientists Study How Cows Pass Gas

Argentine researchers are strapping plastic tanks on cows to collect and study the methane released when they pass gas. Cow gas accounts for an estimated 30 percent of the country's greenhouse emissions.

British Woman Discovers Bat in Her Trousers

A receptionist from Scotland felt something strange in her pants while her mother was driving her to work -- a wild bat. The creature must have mistook the 19-year-old's trouser's for a cave, an expert said.

Avig, the Masterbating Walrus, Dies

A Brooklyn aquarium legend that gained international fame through his well documented self-gratification passes away, after 14 satisfying years.

New York Mom Finds Snake Wrapped Around Baby's Leg

In the suburban town of Brentwood, on New York's Long Island, Cari Abatemarco peered into her daughter's crib, only to find a foot-long snake wrapped around the 7-month-old's leg.

Shark Bites Sleepwalking Boy in Bedroom

A sleepwalking 14-year-old walked into a stuffed shark and got bitten in the face.

Oh Deer! Man Gored by Amorous Stag

It was hardly a remake of Bambi when an Australian man got in the way of a male dear preparing to mate.

Australian Pokes Shark in the Eyes

While under attack by a 12-foot shark that bit his leg and tore part of his calf off, a 37-year-old man poked a shark in the eyes, possibly saving his life.

Kentucky Derby Winner Loses Libido

Even Viagra won't help War Emblem run like a thoroughbred when it comes time to be the stud. I don't want to start rumors, but maybe he like colts.

'Semi Pro' Grizzly Kills Trainer

A 700-lb. grizzly bear featured in Will Ferrell's Semi-Pro killed its handler. It had been touted as one of the "best trained" in show business.

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