When cats fall, they usually land on their feet. This uncanny ability to right themselves before hitting the ground has long puzzled scientists. Now, a team from Yamaguchi University in Japan has the ...

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No one wants to think about the death of a beloved pet. But because cancer is one of the leading causes of death for our companion animals, detecting cancer early and finding treatments is imperative.

The genetics of cat tumours are no longer a “black box,” researchers say, thanks to a new study considered one of the largest developments in feline cancer research. Published in Science, the study ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Fresh Step and Best Friends Animal Society launch “Date Cats, Not Humans,” allowing singles to swipe on adoptable ...

There are few things more joyful, if occasionally nerve-wracking, than having a pet in your home. And plenty of people agree. According to the American Pet Products Association, around 94 million ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: @lucilletherescuecat / Instagram A foster cat’s first few days in a new home can look rough, and a video from ...

After my fourth rescue cat died in his sleep at age 16, I was determined not to adopt another. However, I missed having a pet and went to Companion Animal Alliance, CAAWS and Cat Haven once again.