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Health
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Animals Are the Original Wellness Influencers

Birds use cigarette butts in nests to reduce parasites, benefiting from nicotine's repellent properties.
Retirement
fromNPR.org
7 years ago

A Thank You To NPR's Science Commentary Readers

NPR's science and culture commentary blog is being discontinued after six and a half years of contributions.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

In Rural Nebraska, a Llama Was on the Loose. That Was Only the Beginning.

Amy mentioned that she owns "hundreds" of animals, which implies that managing a llama is part of her broader experience with various exotic pets.
Pets
fromNBC New York
3 weeks ago

Laundromat parrots together for decades torn apart by Brooklyn thief

A thief stole Lindo, a beloved parrot, from a laundromat in Park Slope, causing community outrage.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Blonde Redhead: The Shadow of the Guest

Mortality is a fragile thing, and keeping the company of animals amplifies the awareness of death, making both the bonds and their inevitable losses profoundly painful.
Music
Pets
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Zebra Spins in Dizzying Scene as Week on the Run Ends

Ed the Zebra, after a week of escape, was captured and returned to his owner in Christiana, TN.
#art
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
Pets

Haruka Aoki's "Nothing to See"

Aoki's artwork uniquely portrays a cat without humanizing it, emphasizing its whimsical nature.
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago
Arts

Yesenia Duran is recreating the encyclopaedia for everything from dinosaurs to balloon animals

Yesenia Duran's art combines educational content with vibrant illustrations, promoting awareness of animals and plants.
Arts
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Yesenia Duran is recreating the encyclopaedia for everything from dinosaurs to balloon animals

Yesenia Duran's art combines educational content with vibrant illustrations, promoting awareness of animals and plants.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

A runaway pet zebra has been captured in Tennessee

The runaway zebra Ed became an internet sensation during his week-long adventure before safely returning to his family.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Animals Heal Us and Nurture Kinder and Fairer Societies

Jay Griffiths' book emphasizes the essential benefits of nonhuman animals in enhancing human well-being.
Pets
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Adorable kitten survives 250-mile trip from Boston to New Jersey - while stuck inside BMW

A kitten named Beemer survived a 250-mile journey in a car's undercarriage and was rescued in New Jersey.
#rescue
fromPeople.com
2 months ago
NYC startup

Police Officer Adopts Dog He Rescued from N.Y.C.'s East River 6 Weeks Ago: 'Great Opportunity to Give Her a Second Chance'

A rescued dog named Hudson was adopted by one of her rescuers, NYPD officer Jared Desalvo, providing her with a loving home.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Parenting

Ranch dog saves toddler lost in the cold, mountain lion-populated Arizona wilderness

A 2-year-old boy survived alone in the wilderness overnight with the help of a heroic dog who found him and led him to safety.
fromPeople.com
2 months ago
NYC startup

Police Officer Adopts Dog He Rescued from N.Y.C.'s East River 6 Weeks Ago: 'Great Opportunity to Give Her a Second Chance'

Parenting
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Ranch dog saves toddler lost in the cold, mountain lion-populated Arizona wilderness

A 2-year-old boy survived alone in the wilderness overnight with the help of a heroic dog who found him and led him to safety.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

NASCAR goes to the dogs: Why many drivers bring their dogs to every race

"He's a pretty cool dog," van Gisbergen said of the Rhodesian Ridgeback who weighs 130 pounds, which makes him five pounds heavier than Tyler Reddick, the reigning regular-season NASCAR Cup Series champion.
Pets
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

We're All Living in a Carl Hiaasen Novel

Hiaasen's life reflects the absurdities of Florida culture, where the real often outstrips fiction, evident in his experiences with pet raccoons and their antics.
Miami food
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Video: Moment dog attacks police horses on patrol in London park

A medium-sized dog attempted to bite police horses in Shepherd's Bush Green, but bystanders helped control the situation, leaving the horses injured but recovering.
UK news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Talking parakeet helps Sisters of Saint Francis enjoy retirement

The Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia have found joy and companionship in their pet parakeets, whose names, Francis and Claire, reflect their spiritual influence.
San Francisco
SF parents
fromTODAY.com
3 months ago

Missing toddler who walked 7 miles alone through Arizona wilderness led to safety by rancher's dog

A 2-year-old boy missing in Arizona was found safe after being guided by a rancher's dog through challenging terrain.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Pets' Is the Rare Documentary for Children, About Children

Pets celebrates the bond between children and their pets, aiming to promote animal rescue by sharing heartwarming stories and showcasing the joy pets bring to families.
Pets
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Tiny dog has spent over a year evading capture on remote island - but rescuers are closing in

"Fantastic news off the bat," Jared Karen, a staff member of Kangala Wildlife Rescue, said in an update. "We have seen her, and we've narrowed down the search area to one specific point where we've got cameras in place."
Beer
fromColossal
4 months ago

Feral Pigeons and a Feisty Fox Take Top Honors in the 2025 British Wildlife Photography Awards

"I had been photographing this vixen for three years. This streetwise fox was a successful mother and had a family of young mouths to feed."
London food
fromPolygon
4 months ago

By the way, you can have a ton of pets in Assassin's Creed Shadows

Players can pet every animal in Assassin's Creed Shadows, enhancing the warm atmosphere of the Hideout.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

From internet trends to rabbit holes, check out these new podcasts

Spring brings new podcast recommendations, from familial struggles with conspiracy theories to digital culture insights.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago

East Bay pets of the week for March 14

The article highlights pets of the week from local shelters, emphasizing their personalities and the joys of adopting them.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
6 months ago

Luke O'Neill: The perks of human hibernation - and the medical benefits it could bring

Hibernation is a key survival mechanism for some animals during winter's resource scarcity.
fromItsnicethat
6 months ago

One philosophy underpins Hannah Lock's practice - to never feel stagnant or unchangeable

Hannah Lock emphasizes the importance of continuous experimentation and observational drawing in her illustration practice.
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