Orphaned Chimps, Like Humans, can Suffer

Chimpanzees, like their human counterparts, can suffer from being orphaned at a young age.

Loss of a Pet Can Trigger Mental Health Problems in Kids

According to new research the death of a family pet can trigger a sense of grief in children that is profound and prolonged, and can potentially lead to subsequent mental health issues.

Technology will Help Save Rhinos from Poachers

According to the results of a new study interactive software that ‘reads’ and analyzes footprints left by black rhinoceroses can be used to monitor the movements of the animals in the wild, giving conservationists a new way to keep watch on the endangered species and help keep it safe from poachers.

Slower Growing Chickens are Healthier, Have More Fun

New evidence from an independent commercial scale farm trial has shown that slower growing broiler chickens are healthier and have more fun than conventional breeds of birds.

Baby Tortoises Prefer Faces at Birth

New research has demonstrated that tortoises are born with a natural preference for faces.

Horse Asthma, Allergies: Triggers and Solutions

Horses can suffer from allergies and asthma. Now new research reveals that Fall can make both worse for horses, what the triggers are, how it actually affects horses, as well as remedies or workarounds.

The Five Types of Cat Owners

According to the results of new study cat owners fall into five categories in terms of their attitudes to their pets’ roaming and hunting.

Dog Fears and Remedies

Having a dog that is frequently fearful of new situations, noises, and things like height can be challenging for dogs and their owners. But now we are starting to understand the triggers of those fears and more importantly, the remedies. While genes (breed) plays a role, a new scientific study has discovered that the more dogs are engaged in activities and the more diverse experiences and canine friends they have, the less fearful they are in new situations and environments.