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Animal Friends

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Scientists say friendships help us stay healthy. That’s true for animals too.

Unusual Pair (above)

Animals can have friends from other species. Dogs and cats are very different but can get along.

Cleaning Up

SUZI ESZTERHAS—GETTY IMAGES

These chimpanzees know how to groom each other. Look! Each cleans the other’s fur.

Resting Easy

YEA MOMTIUK AND JOHN EASTCOTT—MINDEN PICTURES

Wolves stick together. They play and rest as a group. A group of wolves is called a pack.

Sailing Along

KONRAD ROTHE—MINDEN PICTURES

Dolphins form friendships when they are young. They enjoy swimming together.