Dan Smith

Most people assume exotic pets are off-limits without a private zoo and a dozen permits. But Colorado is surprisingly chill. While...

Some baby animals stuck to their parents like Velcro. Between warmth, safety, or comfort, a few young creatures seem happiest when...

Humans may count themselves lucky to reach 100, but some creatures have lifespans that make centuries look like a weekend. In...

If calm and predictability are priorities in your home, these dogs might not be a match. But if you enjoy living...

Certain breeds bark as a way of using their body language, an ongoing response to any change in their surroundings. That...

Some dogs just get it—where you left the treats, how to unlock a gate, or which toy is “Mr. Squeaky.” A...

People don’t think much about ticks until one turns up on their dog or their own skin. But these little things...

Roughly 5.8 million dogs and cats entered U.S. shelters in 2024. Certain breeds appeared more often, partly due to housing restrictions...

A flick of the tail, a dash across the fence, and they’re gone. Squirrels move like they’re late for something important—which,...

Owning exotic animals sounds like something reserved for wildlife parks, but in many U.S. states, people legally keep wild creatures as...