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Swallows may be worth cohabitation
It begins with a dab of mud in a discreet corner, easily passed by without drawing attention, yet over the course of a few days, the mud slowly builds upon itself and takes shape,... — Updated 6/4/2018
Car no place to leave pet in summer
At the end of a long workday, nothing adds insult to injury quite like climbing into an oven for the ride home — the steering wheel and gear shift burn hands, the hot air is hard... — Updated 5/29/2018
Taking pets to college not to be done lightly
It was an exciting weekend, full of celebrations, family get-togethers and time with close friends — all begun by donning a cap and gown and taking those steps 12 years in the... — Updated 5/22/2018
Important to understand canine boundaries
Having the closest relationship to humans of all those in the animal world, it’s easy to understand why dogs are known as “man’s best friend.” But that’s not to say the... — Updated 5/15/2018
Take steps to keep pets insect-free
Poor darlings, with their dense fur, proximity to the ground and penchant for laying in dirt and thick grass. They just can’t help it; they’re magnets for trouble. Nothing... — Updated 5/7/2018
Hard-luck shelter pets still need homes
With rows of eyes staring longingly from behind wire gates and a deafening chorus of barking and cries that reverberate off concrete floors, few places are as tough to visit as an a... — Updated 4/30/2018
Response plan better bet than pet
Animals are often credited with superior senses that allow them to intuit danger — from atmospheric changes to storms, tornado and even earthquakes, stories of changes in the... — Updated 4/23/2018
Bonds with pets can change diets
Throughout the course of a lifetime, a person may have the fortune to enjoy not only several pets, but several types of pets. It may start with something small and easy to care for... — Updated 4/17/2018
Lemur popularity tied to mental skill
For many societies, beauty and brawn are preferred attributes and can influence where an individual lands in social circles. What defines “cool” for humans differs from one... — Updated 4/10/2018
Happy birthday to pioneer Jane Goodall
Images of primates dunking sticks into termite mounds and pulling out tasty snacks — the monkey version of fishing — are common enough, but they haven’t always been. Indeed,... — Updated 4/3/2018
Plenty of ways to keep pet safe in car
Road trips can be great — wind rushing through open windows, favorite tunes on the stereo and an abundance of scenery to take in — and having a happy, slobbering pooch riding... — Updated 3/26/2018
Pets could be in for rough spring
If the version of spring you imagine includes frolicking with the pooch on balmy days with fresh green sprigs of grass under paw and the smell of new blossoms drifting on light... — Updated 3/20/2018
Snakes have strong St. Patrick's Day ties
Little bearded men in top hats and stockings, shamrocks, an over-abundance of green and painful pinches in its absence — St. Patrick’s Day is one of those holidays saturated... — Updated 3/13/2018
Pets aren't the solution to every problem
The differences couldn’t be more profound — walking on four legs vs. two, full-body fur vs. bare skin, a tail, oversized ears, and, not to be understated, vastly different bathi... — Updated 3/5/2018
Retailers target millennial pet owners
If you love your pets dearly, count them as family members, and you’re between 18 and 33, there’s something you deserve to know — you’re being targeted. As the leading cash... — Updated 2/27/2018
Pet's benefit depends on person
The power of pets may seem obvious — they’re always glad to see you, provide unconditional companionship, they listen yet impose no judgment or criticism on their people and the... — Updated 2/20/2018
Give your pets a little extra pampering
As the sun rises on Wednesday, one might notice a slightly rosy tint washing over everything — metaphorically speaking anyway — when people the world over commence the sharing... — Updated 2/12/2018
Dental care important to pets' health
Savory, sweet, spicy, hearty, fresh and light or rich and full of flavor, an integral part of our survival, food can be an even bigger part of what we enjoy about life – and that... — Updated 2/5/2018
There are reasons your dog will even eat that
While humans may refer to their dogs as fur babies, it’s undeniable they have some distinctly non-human habits — very thorough tongue bathes, social derriere sniffing, and perha... — Updated 1/30/2018
Take care with essential oils around pets
With the touch of a button and a couple drops of oil, a large space can quickly be infused with the refreshing scents of citrus or soothing herbs — a steady stream of fresh,... — Updated 1/23/2018
Pets deserve protection from the flu
It’s nothing short of sheer misery — a collective onslaught of fever, aches, runny nose, coughing fits and a slew of other uncomfortable-to-agonizing symptoms. Making... — Updated 1/15/2018
Collaboration versus competition in the animal world
As a general rule, collaboration is a human thing that the majority of animals aren’t exactly known for. Sure, there are familial species that work together and situations in whic... — Updated 1/9/2018
Rare treat for bird enthusiasts
There are a lot of reasons bird enthusiasts brave the December cold to count birds every year — to contribute to national understanding of species and populations and to commune... — Updated 1/2/2018
Keep pets and family safe during holidays
As today dawns, the hectic pace of the Christmas holiday is behind us, yet in its afterglow, is the mess, piles of presents to be put away, decorations to be disassembled and... — Updated 12/26/2017
A look at the animals of Christmas
The Christmas season is filled with symbolism from the top of the tree all the way to the dining table, and among icons of the season, animals are well represented. One theme that c... — Updated 12/18/2017
