ANIMALS

Yes, Your Dog Is Very Much Willing to Eat You If You Die

While it’s certainly true that dogs are generally kind spirits, that won’t dissuade them from using you as a charcuterie board upon your death.

50 Collective Nouns for Groups of Animals

What's the right way to describe a group of worms? A "bunch" may sound like a lazy descriptor, but it's correct.

Not all Manx cats are tailless like this one.

10 Facts About Manx Cats

Manx cats can have tails of varying lengths, but only “rumpies” or “rumpy risers” are eligible to compete in the championship classes in CFA cat shows.

11 Myths About Ticks, Debunked

Before venturing outdoors, read up on the most common myths about ticks.

Ever wonder what your dog finds so tasty about grass?

Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

A dog that eats grass frantically may be trying to vomit—but the behavior doesn't automatically warrant a trip to the vet.

Why Cats Like to Shove Their Butts in Your Face, According to an Animal Behavior Expert

Felines seem to love giving their human friends a face full of cat butt. Should we be disgusted, or flattered?

7 Tips for Growing a Native Plant Garden

Planting native flowers, shrubs, and trees instead of ornamentals or plain grass around your home has a number of long-term environmental benefits.

The Reason Your Dog Follows You Everywhere

If your dog follows everywhere you go, don’t be too worried about it. The behavior indicates they see you in a positive light.

The Reason Your Dog Loves Stealing Your Shoes

The tendency for dogs to steal, chew, and snuggle your shoe while dozing off is common across breeds, ages, and temperaments.

These conservation success stories will make you want to jump for joy.

25 Species That Have Made Amazing Comebacks

When it comes to rescuing endangered species, progress is an ongoing effort—but these plants and animals have made successful comebacks.

Brown marmorated stink bugs have a little something in common with cilantro.

12 Facts About the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Brown marmorated stink bugs first popped up in the U.S. in Pennsylvania in the late 1990s—and now, they can invade your home by the thousands.

Make your pup's beach day dreams come true by protecting them from the sun.

Yes, Dogs Can Get Sunburned—Here's How to Protect Them

Though fur offers some protection, it's still possible for dogs to get sunburned.

This dachshund wants you to know you're probably mispronouncing the name of his breed.

The Right Way to Pronounce 'Dachshund'

Dachshund is actually made up of two smaller German words (dachs, which means “badger,” and hund, which means “dog”) and it's not pronounced “dash-hound.”

Do Cats Fart?

Cats do fart—but their flatulence is usually quiet. Veterinarians explain why.

10 Facts About Yorkshire Terriers

Yorkshire Terrier dogs—better known as Yorkies—have a lot of personality packed into their tiny bodies. Learn more about this energetic breed and its history.

There's a good reason you don't see baby pigeons.

Where Are All the Baby Pigeons?

To city dwellers, it might seem that pigeons multiply magically: All the birds swooping down at us, or scurrying out of the way when we walk, are fully grown. How come we never see baby pigeons anywhere?

10 Monogamous Animals That Just Want To Settle Down

They can't put a ring on it, but when these animals find a mate, they're ready to commit.

Why You Should Never Squish a Stink Bug

The dime-sized insects require careful disposal in your home.

People throughout history have loved pugs.

12 Fun Facts About Pugs

These adorably wrinkly-faced dogs have a rich history.

No, the 'Australopithecus afarensis' specimen nicknamed Lucy is not a "missing link."

7 Misconceptions About Evolution

“Survival of the fittest” is Darwin 101. But did you know that Charles Darwin didn’t actually coin that phase? Let’s explore some common myths and misconceptions about evolution.

Dogs don’t just curl up because it’s cute.

The Surprising Reasons Your Dog Curls Up in a Ball Before Going to Sleep

“Because it's adorable” is just an unintended side effect. There’s actually an evolutionary reason behind why dogs curl up to sleep.

12 Curious Facts About the Platypus

The first time scientists encountered a platypus specimen, they thought the animal was a hoax. Read on for a few more things you might not have known about this quirky creature.

Animal Size Comparison (150+ Animals) | 3d Animation Comparison

See How the World's Smallest Creatures Stack Up Against the World's Biggest Animals

From tardigrades to T. Rex, this visualization puts the sizes of 150 animals into perspective.

Black cats aren’t always considered bad luck.

7 Superstitions About Cats From Around the World

Cats have attracted a lot of different superstitions over the years—some easier to believe than others.