Can pet birds make you sick?
Bird owners should know that although their pet birds might be highly intelligent and clean companions, they may carry germs that can make you sick. Here’s a look.
How much do animals sleep?
How much do animals sleep? From bats to giraffes, here are the typical sleep needs for more than 30 different creatures — including humans.
Do reptiles & amphibians make good pets for kids?
Unfortunately, reptiles, amphibians and salmonella often go together – which means you need to be careful, especially around young kids or people with immune system disorders. Here’s why.
Why do zebras have stripes?
After evolving from horses some two million years ago, zebras came to have a distinctive pattern. So why do zebras have stripes? A team of scientists has found at least part of the answer.
Are dragons real – or were they?
From Game of Thrones to the How to Train Your Dragon movies, you might wonder: are dragons real – or were they once?
How do you teach a cockatiel to sing and whistle?
How can you teach a cockatiel to sing songs and do things like wolf whistles? Here are some tips to help you train your pet bird.
How can you tell if a parakeet is male or female?
How can you figure out if a parakeet is male or female? You can’t really tell the sex in the obvious mammalian way, so how can you tell?
Why do male cats spray — and how can you get them to stop?
What’s the deal with cats spraying – are they just peeing or is this something else? More importantly, how can you get your male cat to stop spraying?
What is the difference between a frog and a toad?
What’s the difference between a frog and a toad? They’re both little animals with buggy eyes and strong legs – so how can you tell them apart? Here’s a quick look.