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TIL A Chinese zoo admitted its “pandas” are actually dyed Chow Chow dogs. Videos from Taizhou Zoo revealed wagging tails, sparking backlash for misleading visitors and harming animals. The zoo defended it, claiming dyeing dogs is no different than people dyeing their hair.

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