Dogs & Puppies

How to tell the difference between a molting hermit crab and a dead one, and what you should do if you aren't sure.

A koi pond can be a backyard oasis. Learn all about koi ponds, including their history, common components, planning tips, and maintenance.

Learn about the Boykin spaniel, a high-energy sporting dog originally bred for bird hunting that also makes a lovable companion.

Kittens are susceptible to several different diseases, but many are preventable or curable. Learn about common kitten diseases, their signs, and how to treat th

Scent hounds are hunting dogs who use their amazing noses to detect and follow smells. Hounds like beagles and basset hounds have better senses of smell than ot

The suckermouth catfish is a great addition to a community tank. These peaceful, easy-going fish with a mouth engineered for grinding up plants.

Beak problems can be more than just an aesthetic issue for birds. Find out what causes common beak problems and how to treat and prevent them.

Discover how to use some common household items like boxes, wood, paper, ropes, containers, tubes, and tunnels to make fun toys for pet rats.

Naming a new pet is a big decision. If you're looking for the perfect exotic pet name that starts with the letter R, check out these options.

Learn all about the Chinese crested dog, a small and unusual-looking breed with lots of character, spunk, and personality.

The black widow tetra (or black skirt tetra) is not a poisonous fish at all. Learn about its care, including details on diet, habitat, and breeding.

Did you just acquire a new exotic pet and can't think of a good name? Check out these exotic pet name options that start with the letter G.

Clydesdales are one of the most recognizable horse breeds. Learn about their history, uses, and unique characteristics.

Hermit crabs can abandon—or evacuate—their shells due to stress, leaving them vulnerable and unhappy. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention.

Dogs communicate with body language. Learn how dogs use appeasement gestures, such as lip licking and yawning, to tell us how they're feeling.

Adding a few features to make your dog feel at home on a tiny terrace will make the time you spend there together better.

Naming an exotic pet can be difficult. So check out this list of exotic pet names that begin with the letter C to find a name fit for your pet.

Chimpanzees make extraordinarily intelligent pets, but they are very difficult to care for and are illegal to keep in several states.

Seizures are neurological events that can be mild or severe. Learn about the causes, treatment, and prevention to help your rabbit live comfortably.

Choosing a name for a new exotic pet can be a challenge. If you are looking for a pet name that starts with the letter P, check out these options.

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is an energetic dog breed that makes a trainable, affectionate companion and skilled sporting dog for the right owner.

Do hamsters have a normal amount of time that they should sleep? Find out when and how long your hamster should be sleeping.

Mississippi map turtles are friendly but nervous little water turtles. Learn about their care, housing, feeding, health, and even how to choose one.

Vanilla is used in a wide variety of foods, but can dogs eat vanilla safely? This article explains the difference between fresh and extract