ANIMALS Archives

March 22, 2026 at 3:48 pm

Why Are Whales And Turtles Often Covered With Barnacles, And Do The Barnacles Hurt Their Hosts?

While they look irritating, barnacles generally don’t cause much harm to their hosts.

March 22, 2026 at 8:55 am

Dogs Can Be Amazing Pets, But When They Wake You Up At 1 AM For No Reason, They Can Be Equally Irritating

If you wake me up at 1 AM, it had better be important.

March 20, 2026 at 12:55 pm

As Elephants Evolved To Live Entirely On Land, Their Feet Developed A Sixth ‘Toe’ That Causes Them To Walk Like They Are Wearing High Heels

I would hate to walk around on tip toes, and I’m not nearly as big as an elephant.

March 19, 2026 at 4:48 pm

Walking Into A Pet Store Is A Dangerous Activity When You’re With Someone Who Always Wants To Adopt That Cute Puppy

Is their family complete? Or will they keep visiting the pet store.

March 18, 2026 at 8:55 am

Moving Into A New House Is Exciting For People, But For A Dog Who Has Always Lived In An Apartment, It Is Downright Amazing

The extra room will be absolutely life-changing for their dog.

March 18, 2026 at 6:55 am

When You Leave Your Dogs Out While You Aren’t Home, You Never Know What They Will Do

Clearly, this puppy is not ready to be left out of its crate yet.

March 18, 2026 at 4:48 am

Losing A Beloved Pet Can Be Heartbreaking, But When This Cat Was Found Six Years Later, It Brought The Internet To Tears

Everyone loves a happy ending.

March 17, 2026 at 3:48 pm

Elephant Bone Found In Spain May Be The First Physical Evidence Of War Elephants Being Used In The Region 2200-Years-Ago

I can’t imagine seeing an elephant running toward me in a battle. Terrifying.

March 17, 2026 at 12:55 pm

Scientists Finally Understand How Snakes Can Go For A Year Without Food, As They Sit Tight And Wait For A Meal To Appear Before Them

Only then do they strike.

March 16, 2026 at 9:48 am

Snake Oil Has Become A Term Meaning A Scam Treatment That Doesn’t Work, But Interestingly, The Original Snake Oil Likely Had Significant Benefits

This makes me want to give real snake oil a try to see if it works.

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Category: ANIMALS

Why Are Whales And Turtles Often Covered With Barnacles, And Do The Barnacles Hurt Their Hosts?

Dogs Can Be Amazing Pets, But When They Wake You Up At 1 AM For No Reason, They Can Be Equally Irritating

As Elephants Evolved To Live Entirely On Land, Their Feet Developed A Sixth ‘Toe’ That Causes Them To Walk Like They Are Wearing High Heels

Walking Into A Pet Store Is A Dangerous Activity When You’re With Someone Who Always Wants To Adopt That Cute Puppy

Moving Into A New House Is Exciting For People, But For A Dog Who Has Always Lived In An Apartment, It Is Downright Amazing

When You Leave Your Dogs Out While You Aren’t Home, You Never Know What They Will Do

Losing A Beloved Pet Can Be Heartbreaking, But When This Cat Was Found Six Years Later, It Brought The Internet To Tears

Elephant Bone Found In Spain May Be The First Physical Evidence Of War Elephants Being Used In The Region 2200-Years-Ago

Scientists Finally Understand How Snakes Can Go For A Year Without Food, As They Sit Tight And Wait For A Meal To Appear Before Them

Snake Oil Has Become A Term Meaning A Scam Treatment That Doesn’t Work, But Interestingly, The Original Snake Oil Likely Had Significant Benefits

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