Dan Smith

Black bears have become a regular part of the terrain in many parts of the United States. Their population growth and...

Moving can be stressful, especially when you’re bringing your dog along for the ride. Some breeds adapt better to new places...

Regenerating body parts might sound like science fiction, but certain animals do it with precision and consistency. Scientists study them closely...

Most people think superpowers belong in comic books, but nature’s been handing them out for millions of years. Some animals can...

Spring gives pets a lot to explore, but many yard plants are dangerous to chew. Dogs love digging fresh soil, while...

Dogs rarely make a big scene when something feels wrong. Most start with small changes that are easy to brush off,...

Color change in animals is a response shaped by evolution. Each species has developed its own method and reason for this...

Cuttlefish skin is interesting in many ways: it functions as a display system, camouflage device, texture generator, and communication tool all...

Animals form relationships for many reasons, but some go far beyond simple companionship. In a surprising number of species, a trusted...

A dog can be fine one minute and then suddenly start limping or acting strange the next. In that moment, it...