animal behavior, cats, communication with animals, dead animals, dogs

Why do our dogs and cats bring us dead animals?

What do a little penguin, a baby rabbit, a black rat, and a Krefft’s glider have in common? They’ve all been presented to me (when dead) by my animal companions. Chances are, if you live with a cat or dog, you’ve also been brought something similar. So is it a gift, are they showing off, ...

Troy Oakes

Golden retriever walking around outside with a stuffed toy.

The Secret Lives of Pigs: Unique Insights (Part 1)

Anyone who calls animals “dumb” may have to eat their words. An unusual study on 411 pigs has revealed unique insights into how the animals communicate when they are feeling happy or sad after researchers recorded 7,414 pig calls and used algorithms to analyze the results.  According to The Guardian: “While most of the recordings came from farms and other commercial settings, others came from experimental ...

Helen London

Curious pig leaning on the fence of its pen to see over the top.