“Working with animals is unpredictable by nature. To them, there are always more interesting things to be doing, fresh smells to sniff, and new acquaintances to make….”
The Dog Days of Science
Author: Pet to Vet
213 Of The Fluffiest Cats In The World
“After picking the Internet’s smiliest cat, now we’re on a mission to find the world’s fluffiest cat….”
How To Socialize a Kitten
“Bringing a new kitten into your home is an exciting time. While kittens are playful, curious, affectionate, and (most of all) cute, they can also be a lot of work. This includes not only ensuring their basic necessities for physical health are being met, but also ensuring their emotional and social well-being….”
Dogs in the middle ages: what medieval writing tells us about our ancestors’ pets
“In the middle ages, most dogs had jobs. In his book De Canibus, the 16th-century English physician and scholar John Caius described a hierarchy of dogs, which he classified first and foremost according to their function in human society….”
The Power of Pets: Health Benefits of Human-Animal Interactions
“The power of pets: nothing compares to the joy of coming home to a loyal companion. The unconditional love of a pet can do more than keep you company. Pets may also decrease stress, improve heart health, and even help children with their emotional and social skills….”
Which Dogs Live the Longest? Scientists Say Small and Long-Nosed Canines Outlive Others
“Which dogs live the longest? A new study of more than 500,000 dogs in the United Kingdom adds more nuance to our understanding of their life expectancy based on breed, size, face shape and other factors….”
The Health and Mood-Boosting Benefits of Pets
“Pets come with some powerful health benefits. Here’s how caring for a dog, cat, or other animal can help relieve depression and anxiety, lower stress, and improve your heart health….”
Cutting Dogs’ Hair Into Cubes Is Actually A Thing In Japan
“…a new trend has emerged from Japan showing dog with its fur cut into perfect cubes. Looking like something out of Minecraft, the cubic canine appears to be participating in some sort of competition. And we think it should win….”
The Heartwarming Friendship Between Gus the Bulldog and Lucky the Chicken Is Pure Magic
“Gus and Lucky are an incredibly special duo with an adorable friendship that’s warming the hearts of nearly everyone they meet. Gus is an English bulldog and Lucky is a special needs chicken, and they came into each other’s lives after both being adopted by pet mom Chandler Coate….”
Rescued Cat Walks Into Mall And Decides She Lives There Now
“Meet Cristal — a rescued cat in Medellín, Colombia, who got more than she bargained for six years ago. When she arrived at a shelter outside of the city with her babies in 2018, Cristal simply hoped to land a loving home. She kissed her kittens goodbye when they were each adopted before her and waited for her dreams to come true.
She had no idea that she’d soon live somewhere bigger and better than what any house could offer.”