Abandoned ‘festive pets’ reaches six-year high
The RSPCA has been caring for its “thinnest dog” as it dealt with a record number of abandoned animals over the festive period. On New Year’s Day, 43 abandonment incidents…
Drug-resistant hookworms put pets and people at risk
Canine hookworms are becoming increasingly resistant to drugs across Australia, according to new research. Scientists at The University of Queensland and The University of Sydney have identified widespread resistance to…
Man Completes Record-Breaking Horseback Journey Across the US to Spotlight Wild Mustang Crisis
For Jake Harvath, 2024 was all about the Mustang. This Utah native dedicated an entire year to championing the cause of America’s wild horses, embarking on a remarkable 6,000-mile trek…
Discovery of ‘Eyeliner Boys’: Rare Blue Bee Species Found in Texas and Oklahoma
Since the “Save the Bees” movement gained widespread attention in the 1990s, researchers have made remarkable progress in protecting at-risk bee species — uncovering some surprising discoveries along the way.…
Retired Police Dog Springs Back into Action, Rescues Lost Hiker
In a heartwarming reminder that heroes never truly hang up their capes, a retired police dog in the UK saved a missing person during a walk. Bear, a 12-year-old German…
Monkey in Tutu Escapes Home, Missouri Sheriff’s Office Calls Capture ‘Bananas
A monkey in a pink tutu that slipped out of a Missouri home was captured before a winter storm slammed the state A monkey wearing a pink tutu that slipped…
Smart Bird Feeders Trend: Inspiring a New Wave of Bird-Watching Enthusiasts
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — When Marin Plank gifted her husband a camera-equipped bird feeder for his birthday, she had no interest in birds. By Christmas, however, her newfound passion for…
Call for Christmas Trees to Nourish Alpacas
An animal park in East Yorkshire is turning unwanted Christmas trees into nutritious treats for its alpacas and goats and is calling on the community for more donations. Ings Park…
Safari Park Conducts Animal Census: From Fish to Beetles
Safari park animal keepers have completed their New Year animal count, tallying creatures from towering giraffes to colonies of tiny fruit beetles. These yearly counts are essential for maintaining wildlife…
Hummingbirds Thrive on an All-Sugar Diet That Would Send Us Into a Coma
Hummingbirds are fascinating creatures that face extreme physiological demands due to their tiny size and rapid metabolism. Researchers have studied how they manage to sustain their intense activity levels and…