Farm animals are often associated with open fields and rural life, but many of them also make surprisingly affectionate, intelligent, and fun companions. While they're not your typical house pets, ...

While taking a breather during a set at Saturday’s Ultra Music Festival, Brandon Flowers, the doll-like lead singer of the Killers, uttered an appropriate encomium for this year’s Miami Music ...

Popular dog breeds tend to earn that title for a reason. While each has its own unique characteristics, these pets tend to be sweet, easy to train, loyal and, of course, incredibly adorable. Besides ...

First, let’s discuss the obvious: Scooby-Doo is by definition, a Great Dane. Of course, Hanna-Barbera productions took some liberties in the creation of this character. However, despite the clumsy ...

We have so many cute critters at Marin Humane, and guinea pigs are certainly no exception. Guinea pigs make great pets, especially for kids. Less fragile than rabbits and less skittish than hamsters ...

People often turn to pets to boost their mood and find companionship. Improving well-being and reducing loneliness are among the most cited reasons for adopting an animal companion. Subscribe to our ...

Ball pythons, corn snakes and rosy boas can make docile and low-maintenance pets. Pet snakes require specific habitats and food sources. Here's what to do if a pet snake bites you. Thinking about ...

It’s not hard to figure out who’s an animal lover and who in particular has pets. We talk about them a lot, take endless photos of them, spoil them, worry about them and simply delight in being with ...

You can find so many amazing things at the local public library, and not just in the pages of their books. Sure, they’ve got reading material on everything from aardvarks to zebras, but the really ...