Category
Pets
Meet the companions who make life more interesting, with stories about pets and the people who love them.
16 of 16 content/Page 1
SCIENCENewThe Ice Age Origins of Our Friendship With Dogs
Discover how ancient DNA is reshaping the story of dogs and humans, tracing early canine companions and the Ice Age roots of a lasting relationship.
PETSNewWhat Science Says About Helping Your Dog Age Well
Explore research on helping dogs age well, from movement and nutrition to social engagement and preventive care, with attention to each animal's changing needs.
PETS12 photosMeet Wally – Cute Bunny with Huge "Winglike" Ears
Meet Wally, an English Angora rabbit known for unusually large, fluffy ears, in a photo story about the Massachusetts bunny and his distinctive appearance.
PETS8 photosBest Talking Birds & Parrots
Meet parrots known for vocal mimicry, from cockatoos to Amazons, and explore why sound imitation varies between species and individual companion birds.
PETS17 photos17 Pets That Have Mastered the Art of Friendship
Enjoy seventeen photographs of pets finding companionship, from dogs and cats to unexpected animal pairings, in a gallery of affectionate everyday moments.
PETS10 photos10 Best Pets For Kids
Explore ten pet options for families with children, with attention to daily care, adult responsibility and the different needs of animals beyond appearance.
PETS10 photos10 Rescued Pets Finding Love in New Homes
Meet ten rescued pets through photographs and adoption stories, showing how care, patience and a stable home can mark the beginning of a different life.
NATURE7 photosWhat Plants Could Be Dangerous To Keep At Home?
Explore seven plants discussed for possible household risks, with attention to identification and why safety depends on species, exposure and household.
PETSDo Cats Love Us Less Than Dogs? A Closer Look at a Viral Claim
Explore a popular claim comparing affection in cats and dogs, and why a simple hormone comparison cannot establish how much an individual pet loves its owner.
PETS18 photos18 Cats That Don’t Bother to Ask for Permission
Browse eighteen photographs of cats taking over household spaces, interrupting routines and finding their own uses for the things people leave within reach.
ANIMALS17 photosSmall Animals That Make the World Feel a Little Quieter
Take a quiet break with photographs of small animals, bringing together gentle expressions, resting poses and glimpses of wildlife and companion animals.
ANIMALSA Tiny Lizard Falls Asleep Inside a Rose
See the photographs of a tiny lizard discovered sleeping inside a rose, a small garden encounter that turns an ordinary flower into an unexpected hiding place.
PETS7 photosMeet the Super Springer Spaniel Sheepdog
Meet Jess, the springer spaniel photographed helping feed orphaned lambs, in an archived farm story about a working dog and her bottle-carrying routine.
PETS‘The Oldest Dog In The World’ Maggie Has Passed Away
Revisit the story of Maggie, the Australian kelpie reported to have reached an exceptional age, while distinguishing her owner's account from a verified record.
ANIMALSInstagram’s Most Famous Red Squirrel
Meet Tintin, the red squirrel rescued by Decan Andersen, through an archived photo story about recovery, life with a household and encounters with nature.
MoviesAmazing short film: Gift
Watch Gift, a short film about responsibility and the consequences of treating an adopted animal as disposable, with a message about thoughtful commitment.