Researchers identify 131 genetic variants associated with breed differences in dog behavior.
Pigs Use Tools: Recorded for First Time
Pigs have been recorded using tools for the first time. The pigs used the tools to prepare nests for the arrival of piglets due in six months.
Dogs Help People Live Longer, Lower Heart Attack, Stroke Risks
The results of two new scientific studies have demonstrated that dog ownership can help humans live longer, healthier lives. In fact, the data suggest that having a dog can lower your risk of death from heart attack and stroke. From companionship, to responsibility, to exercise from walking and playing with a dog, researchers say there are many benefits to health from dog ownership.
Dog Owners Make Bad Kibble Measurements, Dangerous for Dogs
Researchers found that dog owners are often inaccurate when measuring out kibble using a scoop, putting the dogs at risk of under-nourishment or weight gain.
Cats Form Close Bonds with their Human Caretakers: Study
Cats have a reputation among many people as being unable (or unwilling) to form close bonds with their human family members and caretakers. A new study has just debunked those myths.
Billions of Wild Birds have Disappeared: Study
A disturbing new scientific study has reported that there are nearly 3 billion fewer wild birds in the air than in 1970.
Overweight Humans Create Overweight Dogs: Study
A new study revealed that the prevalence of heavy or obese dogs occurs more than twice as much among overweight or obese owners than among owners who are slim or of a normal weight.
Cat communicating and signalling
New study shows that bacteria are responsible for how cats signal other animals.
Pets Ease Depression, Loneliness for Seniors
A new study reveals that the companionship of a pet after the loss of a spouse can help reduce feelings of depression and loneliness in older adults.
The coast is clear: Squirrels eavesdrop on birds to know when threats are gone
Squirrels listen in on bird communications to learn when predators have left the area and it is safe to stop being on high alert, according to a new scientific study.
Dog-Killing Algae Popping Up Across U.S.
Blue-Green Algae is finding its way onto the radar of dog owners after a number of locations across the U.S. have seen incidents of dogs getting sick and even dying from it. The latest place it has shown up is New York City.
Crows that Eat McDonalds Cheeseburgers have Higher Cholesterol Levels
Researchers recently studied whether eating highly processed junk food had an effect on wildlife. Specifically, the researchers tested whether eating McDonald’s cheeseburgers had any effects on crows. The short answer is: Yes. Crows who had McDonald’s cheeseburgers left near their nests had an increase in their blood cholesterol levels.
