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These little cats aren't short on cuteness, that's for sure.

Munchkin cats are often compared to dachshunds because of their unique size. Discover more facts about these adorable felines here.

Kirstin Fawcett






A lot of the world’s largest dogs were Great Danes.

Some of the world’s largest dogs have tipped the scales in excess of 300 pounds and stood taller than some NBA players.

Jake Rossen


You should probably get a cat.

Studies have shown that just watching cat videos on the internet can boost a person’s energy and create positive emotions—so it’s no surprise that actual cat ownership has a number of benefits. Here are a few.

Kathy Benjamin, Austin Thompson
Learn more about the gentle giants.

When you think of Saint Bernards, you probably think of the massive canines of the Swiss Alps, depicted in paintings delivering brandy to lost or stranded hikers.

Rebecca OConnell
Huskies are known for their blue eyes.

Siberian huskies are known for their wolfish good looks, but deep down, they’re all dog.

Rebecca OConnell




Those ears!

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, bagpipes, and some of the world’s finest whiskies all hail from Scotland—but the country’s most lovable export might be the Scottish Fold Cat. (Sorry, Scottish Terriers.)

Kirstin Fawcett












Cuteness incoming!

It’s impossible to resist the fox-like charm of the Samoyed. Learn more about these fluffy dogs and their history in the tundra.

Rebecca OConnell