Animal shelters and organizations answer pet owners' questions about pets and fireworks, and how to keep cats and dogs safe ...

That continuous sound makes felines unique in their ability to purr. Domestic cats ( Felis catus ), however, aren't the only ...

Many dogs enjoy a worry-free life with people who love and care for their needs. They have a set eating schedule, sleep ...

Introverted dogs can be very sensitive to triggers and stimuli. For instance, loud noises, bright lights, crowded spaces, ...

Dogs often react with great fear to July 4th celebrations. Border collies such as this dog are especially sensitive to loud ...

And since cats are mammals, drinking milk directly at birth may allow them to recognize and seek milk later as adult cats.

For years, people have guessed what their cats meant with each meow, chirp, or growl. Sometimes it’s obvious—a hungry stare ...

If you're the quiet, observant type in a world of social butterflies, you might be a black cat girlfriend. Here's what it ...

There's plenty of things to love about cats, and purring is definitely one of them. Cat owners can always tell when their pet is happy from their low, contented hums. But do any other animals purr ...

Some animals who get lost in Santa Rosa County end up here at the animal shelter in Milton which already has 300 animals ...

Other cats may only knead when they feel comfortable and secure, in which case kneading signals they're happy, she said. "We think that for adult cats, part of the behavior is it's a comforting ...

Dogs are known to be man's best friend because they differ from cats when showing love and affection. However, other factors determine whether your dog showers you with cuddles. It also depends on ...