Are there really petite giraffes

What I found surprised me:. That's the logo for the in Russia. Touted as the "Finest Purveyors of Miniature Lap Giraffes" in the world, Sokoblovsky Farms has been breeding these tiny little critters for generations.

An adult stands a whopping 76 cm They live off of distilled water and bonsai tree leaves--and according to the site "They need lots of love. Hugs and kisses every day. Join the Discussion Welcome to our baraza - the place to discuss all things African! Recent Articles. Ethiopian Injera Dawn Denton. Dreadlocks Dawn Denton. Mundari and their Cattle Dawn Denton. Free Newsletter Subscribe for free weekly updates from this African Culture site. Follow African Culture.

Based on their measurements, the team came to the conclusion that dwarfism was the most likely explanation for their different body sizes and proportions. According to a statement from the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, this is the first time that dwarfism has been documented in captive or wild giraffes. Dwarfism, also known as skeletal dysplasia, is a genetic condition that can affect bone and cartilage growth, which can lead to disproportionately sized arms, legs, head or abdomen, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

The condition has been well-documented in people, and it's also known to occur in dogs, cows and pigs, reports the Times. March 23, "Deep" Thoughts by Rachel , I embarrass myself just for your amusement. It was at least six years ago… It was one of those dreams that you wake up wishing you could return to…and that you remember for the rest of your life.

I dreamed that I had a miniature Giraffe. He came up to my knees. And he was perfectly adorable. Giraffes are not, after all, built like mountain goats. There was a DirectTV commercial, featuring none other than…. A miniature giraffe. Did you see him?? Was he not as perfectly adorably cute as he was in my dream? Until yesterday. Yes, the actually exist!!! You make on waiting list for petite lap giraffe.

You can expect giraffe in fall ! Then you will be most happy. Share greatest news with family on the facebook or tweeter. The Poo of Reckoning. I appreciate your belief in me!

And my dreams! And my gullibility!! I fell in love with that tiny giraffe the first time I saw him! He kisses! Thanks for the shout-out.

My dreams, too, were shattered. Great marketing at work. The same firm that did the commercial also did the website. Kinda sad. But mostly stupid. I bet there are breeders out there right now trying to make it happen!! We love those commercials and watch them just for the miniature giraffe!

I fell for it too. I refuse to give up. Bwwwaahahahahah best thing i read in a long time! You are an excellent writer! Pingback: If I Were a Superhero….