Every summer, humans around the world casually step into the ocean for a swim. But it makes no sense. As adorable as baby dolphins are, there's a lot more out there than friendly sea critters. It's ...

Rainforests are dense forests in tropical regions inhabited by a variety of unusual species you won't find anywhere else on the planet. The warm, humid environment is the perfect habitat for a ...

Many factors determine the lifespan of an animal — habitat, food sources (and availability), the animal's size and its ability to protect itself from predators. Longevity often depends on the age the ...

If you live in a place with plenty of room to roam, want a dog for security or just want a gentle, furry giant to call your own, these large dog breeds can make for loving, protective family members.

Research shows that dogs make humans happier, more active and even more patient and responsible. And when does this seem to be the truest? The puppy years! Thankfully, there are tons of dog breeds ...

In Berkeley, California, the Ohlone Dog Park was the first of its kind, created in 1979 by Martha Scott and Doris Richards. Since that time, dog parks have become one of the fastest-growing amenities ...

There are two types of people in this world: those who love snakes and those who are terrified of them. There’s no in-between. While their likability may be up for grabs, there’s no denying that ...

Most people love the extraordinary, which is why we crave science-fiction stories that stretch our imaginations and cause us to question the realities that we know. But we spend so much time being ...

You may have noticed that pugs are pretty much everywhere these days. Once thought to be a relic of a bygone era, the dog breed’s popularity has gained steam in the past three decades — so much so ...

Everyone who owns a dog believes that their pup is the cutest, and they're right. That's because appearances are subjective, so in their own way, each dog truly is the cutest. But beauty is in the eye ...

The best guard dogs are incredibly smart, loyal, agile and fearless — all reasons that they take up so much space in our hearts. When running down the list of desirable traits in a new family pet, ...

Dogs make the ultimate loyal companion, but some are much more clingy than others. They call these pooches velcro dog breeds for good reason, and their behavior and personalities are adorable all the ...