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Trailer: My Bionic Pet
Left disabled without fins, flippers, beaks, or tails because of disease, accidents, or even human cruelty, some animals need what amounts to a miracle. Amazing prosthetics made possible by the latest engineering and technology are able to provide just what they need, and scientists are finding that innovations created in the process are benefiting both animals and humans.
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It's a critical time for cat research and conservation.

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Discover how cats have conquered the world, thriving in almost every landscape on Earth.

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Discover what makes big cats among the world’s most diverse and successful predators.

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Explore the secret lives of animals through their eyes.

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Explore the secret lives of animals through their eyes.

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Explore the secret lives of animals through their eyes.

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Discover how cats first crossed from Asia into North America and became the top predators.

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Discover how the first cats arose in the forests of Asia and later came to conquer Africa.

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What happens when people are reunited with wild animals they forged bonds with long ago?

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An intimate look at one of the world’s most intelligent and sensitive animals.

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Animals congregate in huge colonies partly out of necessity and partly for the security.

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Finding a good base of operations is key to successfully raising a family.