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Witness the unexpected friendship between a 6-year-old sled dog and a 1200 lb polar bear. Through playful interaction, they defy nature's boundaries, showcasing the universal joy found in play. Discover the wonders of their bond, illustrating the power of play in the animal kingdom.
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Hudson, a 6 year old sled dog meets 1200 lb polar bear. The bear approached Hudson in a loping way .. Inviting play. Hudson didn’t bark or flee – he wagged his tail and bowed, a classic play signal.
The two wrestled and rolled around so energetically that at one point the bear had to lie down, belly up; a universal sign in the animal kingdom for a time-out.
At another point during their romp, the bear paused to envelope Hudson in an affectionate embrace.
After a week the ice on the bay was thick enough for the famished but entertained polar bear to return to his hunting grounds for seal. Play is a tremendously powerful force throughout nature. Comments from the book: Play - How It Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination and Invigorates the Soul by Stuart Brown NB: not sure who to acknowledge for the photos .. Someone sent them to me.