Most people love the extraordinary, which is why we crave science-fiction stories that stretch our imaginations and cause us to question the realities that we know. But we spend so much time being ...

Every summer, humans around the world casually step into the ocean for a swim. But it makes no sense. As adorable as baby dolphins are, there's a lot more out there than friendly sea critters. It's ...

Rainforests are dense forests in tropical regions inhabited by a variety of unusual species you won't find anywhere else on the planet. The warm, humid environment is the perfect habitat for a ...

Cats may be low-maintenance pets compared to their canine counterparts, but they shouldn’t be underestimated. The International Cat Association recognizes 73 different cat breeds — all of which come ...

People often confuse crocodiles and alligators, lumping the species together in the same family of reptiles. Although they share many similarities, there are several differences between alligators and ...

Animals may have different criteria than humans do when it comes to beauty. This doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate it and all the ways it’s expressed. The beauty of animals has long influenced fashion, ...

While mixing dog breeds can potentially bring together the best of each parent breed, the truth is you never know how things will shake out. With pure breeds, their characteristics are pretty ...

Having a dog is a joy for singles, couples and families. But it doesn't always come without problems — what’s the fun in that? Thankfully, the most common dog problems you'll experience can be ...

All dogs deserve an abundance of love and attention from their owners as well as proper training, especially when they are young. However, certain breeds are more stubborn than others when it comes to ...

There’s a reason dogs are known as “man’s best friend” — you won’t find a more loyal, loving pet. But not all dogs are outwardly affectionate. These 40 dog breeds are known to be particularly ...

For most of us, dogs deserve as much love and attention as the humans in our family. This, naturally, means we like to take our canine companions wherever we go — and yes, that includes restaurants.

There are about 10,0000 bird species in the world, about 2,000 of which live in North America. They come in all shapes, sizes, colors and personalities. Northern Cardinals, Bald Eagles, American ...