It will come as a surprise to some that several animals snore just like humans. However, those who have cats are already used to this behavior of their pets. But they are not the only animals that behave like this. Who else? You will be interested!&nbsp;Like humans, animals completely relax during sleep. It happens that in a state of complete rest, the animal adopts unusual postures, when the neck, head, or chest area is in an unnatural position, then snoring or snoring sounds may occur.&nbsp;Dogs&nbsp;In addition to cats, this behavior is also characteristic of dogs. As in humans, snoring in puppies usually occurs when airflow is restricted in the nasal passages or throat. Another reason for your pet's snoring may be an allergy to dust or second-hand smoke.Experts established an interesting fact. According to it, 21% of dogs and only 7% of cats snore. The tendency to snore depends on the breed and age. Short-nosed dog breeds are more prone to snoring. This is due to the special structure of the nasopharynx and jaw. These breeds include Japanese chin, pug, American bulldog, Pekingese boxer. Moreover, snoring occurs not only in old age but also in youth. But dogs with medium noses (Rottweilers or German Shepherds) start snoring only in old age.&nbsp;Hummingbird&nbsp;A hummingbird is not only one of the most beautiful birds in the world but also an animal that can snore. You will be surprised, but this shimmering green decorative bird snores to itself during deep sleep just like most people. However, the sounds it makes are much more pleasant to the ear.Interestingly, this bird falls asleep suddenly - it freezes, its movements slow down and its body temperature drops.If you think that no one but a person can snore so loudly, then you are wrong. Here is an animal that makes such sounds as the train is passing nearby.&nbsp;ElephantThere are two types of elephants in the world, the African elephant and the Indian elephant. They sleep a little differently. African elephants sleep mostly standing, hugging a tree trunk with their trunk or leaning against it sideways, elephants sleep for two to three hours, after which they sprinkle themselves, sniff the air, listen and fall asleep again.Sometimes elephants lie down on their sides and sleep like that for two or three hours. However, those who sleep lying down most often snore.&nbsp;By the way, did you know the fact that when one elephant falls asleep, the other one makes sure that nothing happens to him? He sometimes opens and closes his eyes and listens to all the sounds nearby.Experts also claim that snoring can be observed in some raccoons and rabbits. But no matter which animal is snoring next to you, agree, it will always look cute and tender. What can you say about people snoring, right? We are sure that you would hardly like to have someone close to you who will not let you sleep at night because of these terrible sounds.

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Does your cat snore? 3 animals that also do this at night

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