Tabby cat sitting next to a slice of butternut squash on a kitchen counter, examining the squash with interest

Can Cats Have Squash? What to Know About the Benefits and Risks

9 June 2024

Squash is generally safe for cats to eat as an occasional snack, as long as it is introduced slowly and given in small amounts as part of a well-rounded diet.

Close-up portrait of a vibrant blue Betta fish with dramatically flared fins, illuminated by soft studio lighting

Can Betta Fish See in the Dark? Exploring Their Low-Light Vision

9 June 2024

Betta fish can see very well in the dark because of things like the tapetum lucidum, which helps them see in dim light.

Black cat with bright green eyes sniffing a blue hydrangea bloom on a wooden surface

Can Cats Eat Hydrangeas? What Pet Parents Should Know

8 June 2024

Hydrangeas are usually non-toxic to cats, however, eating too many of the flowers can lead to an upset stomach.

Calico cat with fur standing up and arched back in a defensive posture, in a warm living room setting

Why Do Cats Arch Their Backs? Exploring the Science Behind This Feline Behavior

8 June 2024

Why do cats arch their backs? It could be a sign of aggression, a way to stretch, or something else.

Labradoodle licking its chops as fresh blueberries, apple slices, and banana chunks are scattered around it

Can Dogs Have Fruit Snacks? Exploring Healthy Human Food Treats

8 June 2024

Fruit snacks can be harmful to dogs because of toxic additives like xylitol, grapes, and avocado. Healthy alternatives include apples, bananas, and blueberries.

A Poodle staring intently at a plate of steamed mussels on a table

Can Dogs Eat Mussels? The Pros and Cons for Your Pup

7 June 2024

Steamed mussels are safe for dogs to eat in moderation, but there are several risks associated with raw or undercooked mussels.

Burmese cat with golden eyes staring up at a person, its nose close to the person's mouth

Why Do Cats Smell Your Breath? Unraveling the Mystery

7 June 2024

Cats rely on their sense of smell to pick up on the odors in human breath, such as food smells, health-related odors, and emotional odors.

Two Maine Coon cats, one larger tabby cat biting the neck of a smaller calico cat on a carpeted floor

Why Does My Cat Bite My Other Cat's Neck? Understanding Aggression

7 June 2024

Causes of neck biting in cats, including play, dominance, and stimulation of the nape of the neck.

Siberian cat cautiously pawing at a pineapple slice on the floor, with a slightly worried expression

Can Cats Eat Pineapple? What You Should Know

7 June 2024

Pineapple is usually OK for cats to eat as long as it is in moderation, but it can lead to some tummy troubles because of the high sugar content and fibrous nature.

Close-up portrait of an adult ball python with a rich, black and orange-brown pattern, resting coiled in a naturalistic terrarium setup

Ball Python Feeding Schedule: How Often to Feed Based on Age and Size

7 June 2024

The right ball python diet plan by age, including when to switch to frozen-thawed food and how to make sure their habitat is set up correctly.

A glossy black crow with iridescent feathers perched on a fence, eyeing a handful of peanuts on the ground

How to Feed Crows: The Best Things to Offer in Your Yard

7 June 2024

How to bring smart crows to your yard, what to feed them, and how to maintain a feeding station.

Great Dane owner quickly removing rhubarb leaves from their dog's reach, with the dog sitting patiently

Can Dogs Eat Rhubarb? Potential Risks and Benefits

7 June 2024

Rhubarb is poisonous to dogs because it contains oxalates, which can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, and kidney failure, which can be deadly.