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Veterinarian holding a stool sample from a Flat-Coated Retriever with a glossy black coat

Black Dog Poop But Acting Normal: What Does It Mean?

22 March 2024

Causes of black dog poop can range from dietary adjustments to more severe medical problems such as internal bleeding or stomach issues that need to be addressed by a vet.

Closeup of a garter snake slithering away from a scattering of white mothballs on a dirt floor

Can You Use Mothballs to Get Rid of Snakes? Here's What the Research Says

22 March 2024

Mothballs are not only useless for keeping snakes away, studies have shown that they also have harmful effects and don't actually repel snakes.

Detailed photograph of a rare male calico cat with a distinctive tricolor coat of orange, white, and black, sitting upright with an alert expression

The Genetics of Male Calico Cats: An Anomaly of Science

22 March 2024

Male calico cats are very rare because of the genetic conditions that dictate their three colors.

Orange tabby cat sniffing a ripe pear on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Pears? Pros and Cons Explained

22 March 2024

Cats can have pears as a sometimes snack, but the high sugar and fiber content means that it's probably best to limit how often you give them to your cat.

Golden Retriever sniffing at a bowl of fresh peppermint leaves, with owner holding the bowl away

Can Dogs Eat Peppermint? Examining the Risks and Benefits

22 March 2024

The potential dangers and benefits of giving peppermint to dogs, such as which types are OK in small amounts and which can be poisonous.

Close-up of a fluffy gray and white rabbit resting with its eyes partially open in a grassy meadow

Why Do Rabbits Sleep With Their Eyes Open? Rabbit Sleep Secrets

22 March 2024

The fact that rabbits can sleep with their eyes open is an evolutionary advantage that has helped them as a species that is often hunted.

Maine Coon cat with a thick, grey coat standing on a wooden coffee table as the owner places aluminum foil to discourage the cat from jumping up

How to Keep Cats Off Furniture: Positive Training Techniques

22 March 2024

Ways to train your cat to stay off furniture, such as using positive reinforcement and making sure your cat has other places to scratch.

Black and white chicken pecking at a large orange pumpkin in a rustic farm setting

Can Chickens Eat Squash? A Look at This Nutritious Treat

22 March 2024

Chickens can eat squash, which is a healthy food that offers vitamins, minerals, and possible anti-parasitic properties when given as an occasional treat.

A golden brown Syrian hamster curiously nibbling on a large green leaf of romaine lettuce in a clean glass habitat

Can Hamsters Have Lettuce? The Best Greens for Your Hamster

21 March 2024

The right kinds of lettuce that is healthy and safe for your hamster, along with portion sizes and how often you can feed it to them.

Closeup portrait of a Labradoodle with large, dark dilated pupils in a domestic indoor setting

Why Are My Dog's Eyes Dilated? The Meaning Behind Pupil Size

21 March 2024

Causes of dilated pupils in dogs, such as arousal, emotions, and medical issues that need to be treated by a vet.

Labrador Retriever with yellow coat closely examining the ground, searching for invisible scents in a park-like setting

Can Dogs Smell Nicotine? What We Know About Drug-Sniffing Dogs

21 March 2024

Nicotine and cigarette smells are detectable by drug-sniffing dogs, which shows both what dogs are capable of and the potential pitfalls of using them to detect substances that are legal.

Curious Poodle dog sniffing at a stick of butter on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Butter? Breaking Down the Dangers

21 March 2024

Butter is one of the most dangerous foods for dogs because of its high fat content, which can lead to pancreatitis and other problems.