Researchers now have some of the first solid evidence that sharks rely on magnetic fields for their long-distance forays across…
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Laboratory Animals and Useless Suffering: Essay
A cancer patient contemplates the value and suffering of laboratory animals used for medical and scientific research … “The 75,000…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Ants respond like humans to social isolation
Ants react to social isolation in a similar way as do humans and other social mammals.
Giraffe Girl Gangs? Yes. And they play an important role
Scientists discover that girl gang social units may be important to giraffe evolution and survival.
Cruelty-Free Makeup and Skincare
A list of 100% cruelty-free makeup and skincare products.
