Pets Detective

09/03/2024

We know Grizzly Adams from the ’70s TV show — but the real man was radically different.

06/03/2024

These lovable on-screen dogs are making people paws for thought.

02/03/2024

While these animals are infants, they can easily be mistaken for a completely different species!

28/02/2024

Jumbo the Elephant was a star of his time, but his tale is riddled with tragedy and heartbreak.

24/02/2024

From biggest cabbages to quickest skateboarding dogs, each state’s most bizarre world record.

From biggest cabbages to quickest skateboarding dogs, these are each state’s most bizarre world record.

17/02/2024

At first glance, Canelo looked like any other kitten: he was cute, friendly, and full of energy. But his health was far from perfect, and this left him in a tricky situation.

Canelo, a kitten with special needs, was given all kinds of experimental treatments by the animal sanctuary staff to help him succeed. But exposure to some unlikely critters sparked a change in the little cat that workers were totally unprepared for.

14/02/2024

To most people, the unused water cistern below Nick Tobler’s garage would just be a dark, damp space to stay away from. But when Nick looked at it, he saw a passion project waiting to happen.

There’s no doubt aquariums are fascinating, but Nick Tobler took his passion for marine habitats and life to the next level with a spine-tingling "eel pit" that he fashioned in his basement.

10/02/2024

It’s coronation day in London...King Charles III and Queen Camilla have the eyes of the world on them as their historic ceremony plays out in Westminster Abbey. Not far away, though, you can hear the telltale barks of a very different event playing out on the King’s Road. You might even call it a parade of paws... But in reality, the reason for this unusual spectacle is deeply rooted in the history of the British royal family.

Picture the scene: it’s coronation day in London. King Charles III and Queen Camilla have the eyes of the world on them as their historic ceremony plays out in Westminster Abbey. Not far away, though, an unlikely group of uninvited "guests" soon barged in and stole the show.

06/02/2024

If you have ants, roaches or fleas in your abode this summer and beyond, try these surprising DIY hacks to get rid of them.

For many of us, summer means vacations, beaches and frozen treats. But the warm weather often has one annoying side effect: lots and lots of bugs. And this bother becomes even worse after creepy-crawlies infiltrate our homes. Luckily, we've gathered together 20 of the most simple, yet effective, DIY...

03/02/2024

Lucy Humphrey and Cenydd Owen were determined to make the most of a relaxing day at the beach during the summer of 2021. Yet as they got settled, she noticed that her pet Doberman was starting to act a little strangely around their campsite. Little did she know that the dog’s behavior would lead to a once-in-a-lifetime moment that would ultimately save her life.

Lucy Humphrey’s life took a dramatic turn after her pet dog Indie kept approaching another woman on the beach at which she and her husband were camping, and in the process, wound up saving her life.

30/01/2024

Experts warn about football-sized goldfish that's becoming more common and dangerous in Minnesota.

While they might not look harmful, giant goldfish found in lakes are causing havoc to aquatic ecosystems, and experts say it problem has a clear explanation that more people need to be aware of.

27/01/2024

Every pet owner wants to believe that their furry friend is an animal genius. How do you genuinely evaluate how intelligent — or adorably dim — your pet is, though? Well, here are a number of simple, fun experiments you can conduct at home to find out if you’ve got a feline or canine Einstein on your hands!

Every pet owner wants to believe that their furry friend is an animal genius. We all love bragging about our cat that always finds his way home, or that doggo who brings us our slippers in the morning. But according to experts, there are a number of simple, fun experiments one can conduct at home to...

23/01/2024

Researchers from the school of medicine at the University of California have tried to crack the reason why animals age faster than humans.

In a perfect world, our pets and other animals would live just as long as humans, but the reality is that their lifespans are far shorter, and the scientific explanation is not the one most people suspect.

20/01/2024

As an award-winning support animal, Kirby the Labrador retriever is a perfect example of why dogs are known as man’s best friend. Sergeant Major Kevin Bittenbender met Kirby and turned his life around.

After 34 years of service, retired Sergeant Major Kevin Bittenbender met a special ‘friend’ who helped him honor the sacrifice of his fallen soldiers and uncovered a bond that’s giving his life a heartwarming new purpose.

16/01/2024

Naturally, every pet-owner wants their furry friend to be as happy and healthy as possible. But did you know your home is filled with seemingly harmless items that may actually be toxic to your doggo or kitty cat? From human foods that don’t agree with their digestive systems, to plants that are actually poisonous if they munch on ‘em, we’ve compiled a list that will help you keep your beloved pets out of harm’s way!

Our homes are actually filled with foods and household items that are not only toxic to our pets, but potentially fatal. Veterinarians recently took to the internet to share the most commonly-found foods that could be potentially toxic, and they're not those many pet owners would suspect.

13/01/2024

Studies show that whether you choose to welcome a cat or a dog into your life can reveal a lot about your own, ahem, purr-sonality. We’ve gathered a series of traits common to cat owners and dog owners to help us decide whether it’s true. Are researchers just chasing their tails?

Researchers say a person's choice of pet says a lot about them, and from temperament to creativity, the difference between cat people and dog people run deep.

10/01/2024

History is full of incredible animal stories that have touched people’s hearts. Here are the remarkable stories of some of the best boys and girls of all time. They deserve all the head pats and belly rubs they can get.

History is full of incredible animal stories that have touched people’s hearts. We're talking brave companions that risked it all for their humans, on-screen critters that changed Hollywood forever, and unlikely four-legged war heroes. However, the real animals behind the legends have stories that...