Reproduction and development play crucial roles in the life cycle of baby raccoons. These animals typically mate in the winter and give birth to 4-5 litter at a time. The mating season and delivery of ...

With so many wonderful dog breeds to choose from, you may wonder which popular dog breed you are, based on your zodiac sign. From hunting dogs to hound dogs, toy dogs to terriers, and more ...

A Massachusetts town is under siege from an apparently territorial pileated woodpecker being blamed for damaging more than 25 ...

Long-haired and fluffy or sleek and svelte, these silvery gray cat breeds will brighten anyone's day The gray cat breeds you ...

What's in a name? Let's face it: naming a pet is one of the most enjoyable (and occasionally challenging) aspects of becoming ...

A group of area residents is advocating for harsher punishments for people who abuse animals, after photos emerged of a dog ...

Not all dogs were made equal — and that’s what makes them so fascinating. Some curl up quietly at our feet while others roam open landscapes, instinct-driven and untamed. From the domestic breeds to ...

The drugs do this by reducing adult levels of a growth hormone called IGF-1, or Insulin-like Growth Factor, which occurs in much higher concentrations in large breed dogs and has been shown to ...

Norwegian Forest Cats are a striking breed with thick, dense fur that keeps them warm in even the coldest of climates. Mild-mannered and patient, they're gentle cats who enjoy being part of the family ...

The Act has been widely discredited for failing to address the underlying causes of dog bites and aggressive behaviour. The Act is an example of breed-specific legislation. It bans certain breeds or ...