RSS Feed Pet News | Best Pet Supplies

Animals News -- ScienceDaily Animals in the news. Dogs, elephants, horses and kangaroos. Read the latest research involving animals of every sort and description.

Sharp increase in Ningaloo whale shark injuries might be...
on January 23, 2020 at 8:25 pm
Almost one-fifth of the whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) in Western Australia's Ningaloo Reef Marine […]
Jewel beetles' sparkle helps them hide in plain sight
on January 23, 2020 at 8:25 pm
Bright colors are often considered an evolutionary tradeoff in the animal kingdom. Yes, a male […]
Snake stem cells used to create venom-producing organoids
on January 23, 2020 at 8:25 pm
Organoids have become an important tool for studying many disease processes and testing potential […]
How moon jellyfish get about
on January 23, 2020 at 2:58 pm
With their translucent bells, moon jellyfish (Aurelia aurita) move around the oceans in a very […]
Coronavirus outbreak in China traced to snakes
on January 22, 2020 at 8:00 pm
Emerging viral infections -- from bird flu to Ebola to Zika infections -- pose major threats to […]
Domesticated wheat has complex parentage
on January 22, 2020 at 8:00 pm
Certain types of domesticated wheat have complicated origins, with genetic contributions from wild […]
Even after death, animals are important in ecosystems
on January 22, 2020 at 8:00 pm
Animal carcasses play an important role in biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. Scientists have […]

New dog, old tricks? Stray dogs can understand human cues
on January 17, 2020 at 1:08 pm
Pet dogs are highly receptive to commands from their owners. But is this due to their training or […]
Bartonella bacteria found in hemangiosarcoma tumors from...
on January 16, 2020 at 5:18 pm
Researchers have found a very high prevalence of Bartonella bacteria in tumors and tissues - but […]
Scientists unexpectedly witness wolf puppies play fetch
on January 16, 2020 at 5:18 pm
When it comes to playing a game of fetch, many dogs are naturals. But now, researchers report that […]
Newly discovered genetic element adjusts coat color in dogs
on January 15, 2020 at 2:34 pm
Why are Irish Setters so red while other breeds can come in different hues? Geneticists now have an […]
Preventing adverse drug reactions in dogs
on January 13, 2020 at 6:53 pm
If not identified before surgery, a rare genetic mutation could result in your dog being exposed to […]
Jaguars could prevent a not-so-great American biotic...
on January 6, 2020 at 7:16 pm
In eastern Panama, canid species from North and South America are occurring together for the first […]
Dogs and wolves are both good at cooperating
on January 6, 2020 at 5:34 pm
A team of researchers have found that dogs and wolves are equally good at cooperating with partners […]

Jewel beetles' sparkle helps them hide in plain sight
on January 23, 2020 at 8:25 pm
Bright colors are often considered an evolutionary tradeoff in the animal kingdom. Yes, a male […]
Early-life exposure to dogs may lessen risk of developing...
on December 18, 2019 at 8:34 pm
Ever since humans domesticated the dog, the faithful, obedient and protective animal has provided […]
Protected habitats near US borders
on December 4, 2019 at 7:49 pm
The clustering of protected habitats in the Americas near international borders makes many iconic, […]
Cats' faces hard to read, except for 'cat whisperers'
on December 3, 2019 at 12:04 am
Women and those with veterinary experience were better at recognizing cats' expressions -- even […]
A decade after the predators have gone, Galapagos Island...
on November 20, 2019 at 5:11 pm
On some of the Galapagos Islands where human-introduced predators of Darwin's finches were […]
Watch out for 'feather duvet lung' caution doctors
on November 19, 2019 at 12:08 am
Watch out for 'feather duvet lung' doctors have warned after treating a middle aged man with severe […]
Larger than life: Augmented ants
on November 12, 2019 at 1:16 pm
The first app of its kind allows users to interact with biodiversity research through augmented […]

Smiling Dog: Buttercup
by The Bark on January 23, 2020 at 7:10 pm
Dog's Name and Age: Buttercup, 3 years Nicknames: Houdini gets used often—she is an escape […]
Newly Discovered Genetic Element Adjusts Coat Color in Dogs
by Andy Fell on January 22, 2020 at 7:29 pm
Why are Irish Setters so red? Geneticists at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine now have an […]
Top Five Reasons Why the Sport of Dog Agility is Awesome
by Jill Hedgecock on January 22, 2020 at 6:34 pm
Any dog guardian who truly understands their canine companion knows that these animals are the most […]
Why Do Dogs Whine and Cry in the Car?
by Karen B. London on January 21, 2020 at 9:57 pm
Help! How to do I train my dog to not whine in the car?The Bark’s advice columnist Karen B. […]
Another Way That People And Dogs Are Of One Mind
by Karen B. London on January 20, 2020 at 6:52 pm
Canines and humans sense quantity in similar regions of the brainResearchers have found yet another […]
Smiling Dog: Riley
by The Bark on January 17, 2020 at 10:04 pm
Dog's name and age: Riley, 7 years Nicknames: RyRy, Monkey, Piggy and Honey Adoption Story: My […]
Smiling Dog: Papa
by The Bark on January 16, 2020 at 10:17 pm
Dog's name and age: Papa, 9 years Nicknames: Papa Bear, Papa-san, Umpapa Adoption […]