People really study this stuff?

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And no, I'm not making this up...

"Wolves (and dogs) are in-your-face poopers"

According to the article, published in this month's Animal Behavior, wolves and dogs choose to do their business in locations that maximize visual impact and odor distribution. Just in case you were interested in reading the article, note that the phrase "fecal marking" is used 4 times. Still want to read it?