Dogs are talking: Study shows they use two-word combos on soundboards
A groundbreaking study from UC San Diego reveals that dogs trained to use soundboards can combine words to communicate their needs and desires.
This research,...
Why Giraffes can’t climb: The hidden challenge to their survival
Giraffes, known for their towering height and graceful movement, are facing a surprising challenge: steep terrain.
New research shows that giraffes prefer flat areas and...
Scientists bring Australia’s mighty marsupial lion back to life with new fossil model
A new and improved model of Thylacoleo carnifex, Australia’s ancient marsupial lion, is now on display at the Naracoorte Caves in South Australia.
This updated...
12,000-year-old friendship: How humans and dogs bonded in ancient Alaska
The phrase "dog is man’s best friend" might be more ancient than we thought.
New research led by scientists from the University of Arizona reveals...
Did polar bears once roam Scotland? New fossil evidence sparks debate
New research on ancient bear fossils found in a Highland cave suggests that polar bears may have once lived in Scotland.
Scientists studying bones from...
Dogs use texture, not shape, to recognize objects, study finds
Have you ever wondered how dogs recognize objects?
A new study from Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest reveals that when dogs identify objects, they rely...
AI tool accurately detects heart disease in dogs
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed an advanced machine learning algorithm that can accurately detect heart murmurs in dogs.
This breakthrough technology could...
Scientists find Burmese pythons can eat even bigger animals than expected
A recent study published in Reptiles & Amphibians reveals that Burmese pythons can eat much larger prey than scientists previously thought.
This discovery has raised...
Are cats good for our health?
Cats have lived with humans for thousands of years. And long before cat memes and viral TikToks took over the internet, they’ve been comforting...
How to help your cat overcome Megacolon
Cats are experts at hiding discomfort, which is why health problems like megacolon can go unnoticed until they become serious.
Megacolon is a severe form...