February 7th, 2010
Shark attacks are rare. Kite surfer Stephen Schafer was very unlucky. ... Read More
February 7th, 2010
Some ingenious survival tactics have enabled toads to populate most of the world's continents in the relative blink of an eye ... Read More
February 7th, 2010
Bees can recognize face-like patterns, according to a new study. ... Read More
February 7th, 2010
Animal activists and vets are say debarking surgery is inhumane. ... Read More
February 7th, 2010
A newly discovered species of an ancient crocodile relative was likely prey for the largest snake the world has ever known. ... Read More
February 7th, 2010
While chimps grow out of their generous behaviors, bonobos continue to share into adulthood. ... Read More
February 7th, 2010
Native Americans domesticated turkeys more than 2,000 years ago, but not for food. ... Read More
February 7th, 2010
If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow on groundhog day, expect six more weeks of winter. Myth or truth? ... Read More
December 28th, 2009

With winter and cold weather setting in, it’s time to think about the joint aches that often affect older pets. What is generally perceived as “slowing down” or “a little stiff” may be a sign of significant joint deterioration or arthritis, and probably causes some degree of discomfort in most older pets.

Arthritic cats often gradually stop jumping up as high ... Read More

December 28th, 2009
Sea urchins may use the whole surface of their bodies as eyes, scientists now suggest. ... Read More