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Animal Jokes
Animals are where dad jokes were born — every creature in the barnyard, the forest, and the pond is one good pun away from a groan. Twenty-five fresh ones below, from the cow-culator to the gummy bear. Tap any card to spring the punchline.
Why do cows wear bells around their necks?
Because their horns don't work.
What do you call a dog who performs magic tricks?
A Labracadabrador.
Why did the cat sit in front of the computer?
To keep a close eye on the mouse.
What do ducks order at the café?
Cheese and quackers.
Why are fish such good students?
They spend their whole lives in schools.
What do you call a bull who's fast asleep?
A bulldozer.
Why do owls always get invited to parties?
Because they're a real hoot to be around.
Why do bees have such sticky hair?
They all use honeycombs.
What do you call a pig who knows karate?
A pork chop.
What did the horse say after it tripped?
“Help — I've fallen, and I can't giddyup!”
Why don't oysters ever share their pearls?
Because they're shellfish.
What do you call a fish with no eyes?
A fsh.
Why did the frog leave his car at the pond?
It got toad away.
What do chickens serve at a birthday party?
Coop-cakes.
Why should you never let a sheep drive your car?
She keeps making ewe-turns at every corner.
What do you call a bear with no teeth?
A gummy bear.
Why won't elephants play hide-and-seek with a computer?
They're nervous around the mouse.
What's a giraffe's favourite fruit?
Neck-tarines.
What do penguins wear on their heads at the beach?
Ice caps.
How do you stop a skunk from smelling?
Hold his nose — gently.
How do you count a herd of cows?
With a cow-culator.
Why did the spider sign up for web design classes?
He wanted to improve his site.
Why do monkeys love bananas so much?
They find them very a-peeling.
How does a dog stop a video?
He presses the paws button.
What do you call a chicken who crosses the road twice?
A double-crosser.
Telling them well
Animal jokes land best told deadpan to someone under twelve — or anyone who has ever owned a pet. Do the animal noise only if you're prepared to commit to it fully.
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