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If you need some snuggling, there are few better options than a golden retriever, and that’s probably what this lil’ kitten named Monkey was thinking when they abandoned their owner for their dog sibling. The result: an especially sweet moment of pure cuddling bliss. It comes to us from the TikTok account Brownhikingtrails, which is likely operated by Monkey and golden retriever Kai’s owner. Posted Oct. 29, we see Monkey sneak away from their human and approach the golden laying on the couch....

A burned kitten being held by a vet wearing blue gloves Credit: Courtesy of the Animal Foundation A kitten who was rescued from a Las Vegas dumpster fire is on the long road to recovery, thanks to the good folks at the Animal Foundation. Clark County Animal Protection Services found the tiny 4-week-old kitten on May 3 when they arrived at the fire. The singed kitten was alive but badly burned....

Sierra Leone is a small country in west Africa that is home to around six million people.In recent years, Sierra Leone has faced significant challenges, including a civil war and Ebola outbreaks. However, the people of Sierra Leone are resilient and continue to make progress both socially and economically.Facts About Sierra LeoneSierra Leone is known for its beautiful beaches, lush rain forests, and mountains. The people of Sierra Leone are friendly and welcoming, and the country has a rich culture....

Our planet is made up of four basic elements: water, air, earth, and fire.More than 70% of our planet is water. All living beings on Earth depend on water to survive, as they either consume it to live or live within it.Thousands of species of living beings call water bodies their habitat and home. Beings on land require water to stay hydrated, wash, grow food, and multiple other things. Since water is such an essential liquid, humans have extensively studied it....

It is very normal for them to hiss, and in exceptional cases, you might need to call your vet as your cat might be going through stress, pain, or anxiety.Pet cats are now as popular as dogs. The dog and cat both are known for their territorial nature, but the cat is an exception in the case of being reserved and more dominant.The cat’s aggressive feline behavior is often evident along with their hissing....

woman cuddling with her dog outside on a blanket; why do some dogs want to cuddle Credit: Jason Donnelly On This Page Why Do Dogs Cuddle? Why Dogs Don't Like to Cuddle Are Some Dogs More Cuddly? Other Ways to Bond You're snuggled on the couch, relaxing and streaming your favorite show, and who's curled up right next to you with their head on your lap? None other than your favorite canine companion....

cute scottish fold kitten lying on the floor with her tongue out The sweet Scottish fold is a social and affectionate cat who loves curling up next to her favorite humans. | Credit: Nico De Pasquale Photography / Getty Chill and kitty don’t always go hand-in-hand, especially if you opt for a kitten rather than a full-grown cat. But fiery felines aren’t the right pet for every household. When that’s the case, you’ll want to consider the calmest cat breeds for your chill home....

Ay, Chihuahua! Part of the toy breed group, Chis, as they are affectionately called, are little guys—weighing just 3–6 pounds and standing 6–9 inches high on average. Despite their small size, these dogs are full of spunk and need a name to match their vibrant personalities. If you’ve found a canine companion that can match your sass, let this list of these Chihuahua names serve as inspiration for your new pup’s honorific title....

Lake Tahoe is one of the largest freshwater lakes thriving in the United States of America.The name lake Tahoe is derived from an ancient Native American language ‘washo’, in which the lake’s name is meant to be as simple as ’the lake’. The formation of lake Tahoe was about two million years ago, but its recent extent was carved during the glacial epoch.Today, however, the lake has a unique significance to its name, it is prominently known for its surrounding beautiful scenery, vistas, and landscapes residing across the Tahoe....

Science and innovations were at their peak in 2013.This year saw the evolution of old gadgets into newer and more efficient ones. New creation went down in history as evidence of the greatness of human knowledge.Who does not love inventions? There is excitement to be found in exploring what remains undiscovered, and the reveal of something new can be absolutely thrilling. Every invention is a chance to discover something entirely new....

The basswood tree, a member of the Malvaceae family, thrives in USDA plant tolerance zones three to eight.Although its summer flowers aren’t show-stoppers, they have a pleasant scent that bees and butterflies find attractive. In addition, basswood trees are low-maintenance and have a lifespan of roughly 150 years.In symbolism, the linden tree maintains a unique holy place, signifying love, affection, and kindness. It is associated with Gemini, Sagittarius, and Taurus in the Zodiac and is connected to Jupiter, Mercury, and the Sun....

With the help of good Samaritans and a little bit of magic, Draco the adventure cat came home after seven long weeks lost in the wilderness of Jasper National Park. The park is special to Alix Jena Lizaire and Jean-François Lizaire of Edmonton, Canada. It’s special to their two adventure companions too—cats Draco Malfoy and Sirius Black. “Draco’s favorite trail is the Valley of Five Lakes,” Alix tells Daily Paws. While Sirius prefers to take in the sights from his backpack, Draco bops along the hilly trail, happy tail up....

woman sitting with her Great Dane in her contemporary living room; dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs Credit: andresr / Getty On This Page What is DCM in Dogs? Causes Symptoms Diagnosing Treatment Prognosis Prevention Day and night, a dog's heart works hard to pump blood throughout the body and give your dog the ability to run, jump, play, and snuggle. However, heart conditions such as dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) make it harder for the heart to function correctly....

closeup of a scorpion on sand; what to do if your dog is stung by a scorpion Credit: Tahreer Photography / Getty On This Page Scorpion Species Are Scorpions Dangerous to Dogs? Sting Symptoms How to Help Your Dog Treatment Prevention While outdoors, our curious doggos sometimes can't help but stick their snouts into various nooks and crannies. Unfortunately, in some locations, they might encounter a not-so-friendly scorpion. Ouch! So what should you do if your dog is stung by a scorpion?...

Akita Shepherds are also known as “Shepkita” and this hybrid is registered with the International Designer Canine Registry under that name. This enormous breed, Shepkita is a cross between a German Shepherd and an Akita. Compared to anywhere else on the planet, it is a more popular designer dog in the United States. They have a severe and aggressive demeanor, but are also brave, making them an excellent working dog as well as a companion....

Modern-day birds are the descendents of earlier birds from million years ago. One such species from our natural history is the Bambiraptor feinbergi. The Bambiraptor is from the Late Cretaceous period, which is around 75 million years ago. According to paleontologists because of their small size, they are known as sauronitholestes. The story of the discovery of the skeleton is also very interesting. This Theropoda was recovered by a 14 year old boy in their family backyard in Montana....

One of the most delicious fish found in Baja Mexico and southern California, the baqueta fish (Epinephelus acanthistius) is quite delicate in flavor and has a firm texture when cooked. The species is known by several names such as Gulf coney, rooster hind, Colorado coney, grouper, brown baqueta, pink baqueta, rose coney, cabrilla rosa, and many more.The Gulf coney or baqueta fish possesses a firmer texture compared to the east coast grouper....

The black-headed jay (Garrulus lanceolatus) is a bird that belongs to the genus Garrulus and order Passeriformes is known as ‘geai lancéolé’ in French. It is a common bird and a resident of a wide range, distributed across India, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. The hills located at an altitude of 4900 and 9800 ft (1500-3000 m) of central and western Himalayas are home to these birds.It thrives in a vast, open forested habitat as well as tropical and sub-tropical forests, shrublands, pine-oak woods, and also in agricultural areas with plenty of trees....

This gull is a type of bird found in the northern hemisphere. It breeds around the north Pacific and Arctic oceans, as well as across North America. The black-tailed gull (Larus crassirostris) is a medium-sized gull. Adults are white with black wingtips and tail feathers, as well as red spots on their bills which they use to attract mates during the breeding season. Juvenile birds have speckled brown plumage until they reach four years of age, when this fades into adult colors....

The brown-hooded cockroach is one of the most common insects found in North America. Also known as a wood roach, an eastern wood-eating cockroach, and a wingless wood roach, it has layered hoods covering its upper body. Male and female roaches slightly differ in appearance. Female roaches have a broader abdomen. These cockroaches are primarily found around decaying wood logs which is their typical food source. Nymphs do not have the required protozoans to break down wood and feed on the fecal matter of their parents....