Spending Money on Your Pets Promotes Happiness

The scientific literature is filled with evidence linking human well-being to activities surrounding their pets. We know, for instance, there … More

Do Animals Laugh? Yes, say researchers

Scientists have uncovered considerable documentation suggesting that animals other than humans laugh. The researchers examined the existing scientific literature on … More

To the Rescue with Artisan Bee Hotels

“Solitary bees are enjoying new digs in Barbosa, Colombia, where tiny hotels built by the Aburra Valley Metropolitan Authority provide … More

Fear Triggers Aggressive Dog Behavior, say researchers

A new study studying 9,000 dogs has demonstrated that fearfulness, age, breed, the company of other members of the same species and the owner’s previous experience of dogs were associated with aggressive behavior towards humans.

Companies that Lease Dogs Spanked for Doing Business in Massachusetts

Companies that were leasing dogs to Massachusetts pet owners will have to waive the remaining balances owed on dozens of animals.

Idaho to kill most of state’s wolf population

Idaho lawmakers have approved a bill authorizing the state to kill up to 90% of its grey wolf population.

Mice Think in Complex Abstract Terms

Mice, as we are learning more and more, are surprisingly smart. One way scientists know this is through the categorization … More

Cruelty-Free Makeup and Skincare

A list of 100% cruelty-free makeup and skincare products.

Mystery Dog Illness Solved: Its CoronaVirus

Researchers have solved they mystery of an outbreak of vomiting among dogs. It has been traced back to a type of animal coronavirus.

When Gorillas Beat their Chests, They Really Mean It

A team of international researchers have shown that chest beats reliably indicate the body size of the chest beater. Body size indicates competitive ability in gorillas. Therefore this information is likely to be crucial for rival males, as well as females in influencing mate choice.