Other Animals

3 min read “It appears that a bear has decided that he’s going to go shopping.” Bears won’t think twice about breaking into a house or a car to get what they want — but it’s easier to use the automatic sliding door.  That’s what the black bears around Lake Tahoe, California, have discovered on

3 min read “She acted like it was normal” 😹 Ever since her mom adopted her last March, Gucci has proven herself to be an incredibly goofy cat.  “She is really goofy and silly, always wanting to make people laugh, and typically doing something she shouldn’t be doing,” Leah Madley, Gucci’s mom, told The Dodo.

4 min read She never lets her dad forget 😹😻 Selina was adopted into her family after she was abandoned, and ever since then, her dad has always been her favorite person.  “He loves to carry her around like a baby,” Divya Krishnan, Selina’s family member, told The Dodo.  Divya Krishnan Selina and her dad

The name Iggy Pop has some weight behind it. If you remember Rock music from the late ’60s, then you may remember the wild antics of Iggy Pop as vocalist of the rock band The Stooges. The band itself was short-lived, but Iggy Pop went on to good success as a solo artist. He has

6 min read That puppy school bus 😍 From shopping for school supplies to picking out that first-day outfit — starting a new school year is always exciting. And it’s even more fun when animals get involved.  Dogs and cats (and roosters) aren’t always happy when summer ends, because it means less time to hang

4 min read How could he say no? A few years back, Christopher Doyle’s daughter was promised a pet hamster. But that was a promise he failed to keep. To Doyle, it may have become a distant memory, but his daughter didn’t forget. When it came time to convince Dad to let her adopt a

4 min read “I didn’t really think her plan would work, but it does — every time.” Meet Kilo and Gypsy — two sweet pups for whom sibling rivalry has become a hilarious art form. Especially when it comes to sharing the couch. Holly Suarez Kilo and Gypsy are both rescues who live at home with

Rack or tank? Form or function? Brian Barczyk and our friend Emily from Snake Discovery were recently planning a town-hall style meeting to discuss these great questions. When I was invited to join, I started to consider where I stand on these questions. These are my thoughts. What do you think? #clintsreptiles #brianbarczyk #snakediscovery ====

3 min read “I was genuinely surprised that it worked” 😂 The best foods are made with love — just ask this little dog named Nitro. Lucky for Nitro, his dad found a simple way to add a dash or two of that special ingredient to his pup’s meals. Zach Shepard Nitro is far from

3 min read Harsh 😳 Sarah Gorgerat was enjoying a drink outside at a restaurant when she witnessed a brawl right in front of her.  The fight was over a sip of her ginger beer, which attracted both bees and wasps.  Sarah Gorgerat “They came to drink the sweet beverage,” Gorgerat told The Dodo. “We

Centipedes are incredible and terrifying creatures at any size. Some centipedes are impressively large. These giants are horrifying monsters, and I kind of love them. But is a giant centipede really a good pet? Is the giant centipede the best pet, um, leg monster for you? Let’s find out! ==== Heat Pad: https://amzn.to/2DHO4k0 Thermostat: https://amzn.to/3ikkrUP

3 min read “It’s basically a disco here now.” This is Slug — an adorable little dog who, up until recently, likely never thought of herself as being too different from the rest. But then she discovered her godlike power. Natalie Hart The other day, Slug was hanging out at home when, by chance, her

2 min read Luna’s in love 🍦❤️ This dog named Luna likes a lot of things — playing fetch, running on the beach, going on adventures. But there’s something that she loves. Luna loves the musical sounds of the ice cream truck approaching. Niko Tanghe Luna hadn’t always shown much interest in music. It all

A crane looks out at the sunset. Photo by Damian Stevens The world has changed much over the last hundred years. With the addition of large buildings, the need for building materials and new spaces to build within, and a myriad of other “new” requirements to enable humans to live in this timeframe, it’s a

3 min read “When he gets tired he will sleep with the strawberries” 🐱❤️️🍓 Meet Remus — a 10-year-old tabby with an unusual passion for fruit. When spring arrived this year, Carly Cox noticed that her curious cat was searching through the groceries more than usual. It took a while, but eventually, Cox discovered that

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4 min read “They made a 97-year-old man very happy.” Dogs have a special way of bringing people together — and this month, one little dachshund named Friday helped an entire neighborhood get closer when they needed it most. Since Friday came into his mom’s life, he’s made quite an impression on her and her

Black widow spiders are interesting and terrifying, and they make surprisingly good pets. But why do they eat their mates? That makes no sense–or does it? Clint digs in to some of the most scandalous questions about these frightening and fascinating spiders. ==== Clint is a professional biologist and educator, but above all, Clint LOVES

This adorable dog named Luke is good at a lot of things — like making people who meet him smile. What Luke isn’t so good at, however, is being a sneak. But that doesn’t stop him from trying. The other day, Luke’s owner, Traci Grimsley, was working on her computer in the kitchen when her pup

4 min read “I need help. Go get Kim.” Early this month, Rudy Armstrong was on his houseboat when his foot fell asleep. He sat down, and when he woke up he couldn’t move his arm. His faithful dog Bubu ran over to check on him and she could immediately tell something was very wrong. 

7 min read No more ugly hunks of plastic 👋 We independently pick all the products we recommend because we love them and think you will too. If you buy a product from a link on our site, we may earn a commission. Your home style is important — and nothing can feel more out

Humans loveeee love. Which means we want the people — or animals — we love to show us they love us back. But it’s sometimes hard for us to tell whether or not our dogs truly, deeply, madly love us — especially if you’re a new pet owner. Who doesn’t want to feel all warm,

We independently pick all the products we recommend because we love them and think you will too. If you buy a product from a link on our site, we may earn a commission. With the fun of summer comes one big downside — the dreaded flea and tick season. If you’re getting ready for summer

What: Fundraising Webinar to Help The Alex Foundation with Special Guest Dr. Irene Pepperberg Date: Sunday, August 23, 2020 Time: 4:00 pm EST (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) On August 16th at 4:00 p.m. EST, Lisa Bono, CPBC, will host an exciting webinar featuring Dr. Irene Pepperberg, researcher and founder of

When it comes to feeding your senior cat, trying to figure out which brand is best can feel like a daunting task — especially because there are so many out there. That’s why when you’re out there scouring the internet — or perusing the food aisle at your pet store — it’s important to have

3 min read “I fell on the floor laughing.” How hard could it be, really? Just a few snips here and there should do it. That, apparently, was what one well-meaning dog mom thought when she decided to cut her dog’s overgrown hair herself at home. And, well, you’ll see how that turned out. Susana

We independently pick all the products we recommend because we love them and think you will too. If you buy a product from a link on our site, we may earn a commission. Does your cat’s tummy get a bit upset after eating? Or do you have a senior cat who’s getting a bit too

Webinar: “The Art of the Bird: An Overview of Small Pet Birds” Date: Friday, August 21, 2020 Time: 12:00 pm PST (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) Have a fondness for small birds? Join the small-bird celebration with our free webinar on Friday, August 21! Our special guest Diane Grindol, author of

3 min read “I saw something move and out popped Peppy.” Shelley Keane inherited Peppy from her next door neighbors, and ever since the cat came to live with her, she’s always been more of an outdoor cat. She loves spending time outside exploring, and especially loves trying to find sneaky hiding spots where she

Ever find your dog or cat lapping away at the toilet bowl water? It’s not that uncommon for pet owners to see — but it should still be avoided. Dr. Andrea Tu, medical director of Behavior Vets NYC in New York City, doesn’t recommend allowing your pet to drink from the toilet on a regular