The glistening waters of Virginia call to boaters and vacationers alike. But amidst the idyllic scenery, the potential for accidents lurks. Whether it’s a collision with another vessel, a grounding on hidden rocks, or a malfunctioning engine, a boat accident can shatter the tranquility of your day and leave you with physical injuries, emotional trauma, […]
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Killer kitties: cats are eating 2,000 species, including hundreds that are at risk
Cats may be adored human companions, but they are also highly effective killers, according to a study that shows they eat more than 2,000 species globally – including hundreds that are of conservation concern. Since domestication 9,000 years ago, house cats have spread to all continents except Antarctica. In the paper, published in Nature Communications, […]
Comparative Genomic Study Sheds New Light on Cat Evolution
New research led by Texas A&M University and the University of Missouri scientists explains how cats, including domestic cats, lions, tigers, Geoffroy’s cats and Asian leopard cats, evolved into different species and sheds light on how different genetic changes in cats relate to survival abilities like the ability to smell prey. “Our goal was to […]
Meet Japan’s Iriomote and Tsushima cats: Ambassadors for island conservation
Japan is home to two rare subspecies of leopard cat, one found only on Iriomote Island and the other on Tsushima Island. Neither larger than a housecat, each subspecies has an estimated population of only around 100 individuals, and both are listed as critically endangered on the Japanese Red List of Endangered Species. While the […]
From Boring to Bow-Wow: 6 Mind-Blowing Hacks for Pet Door Customization
So you have a pet door, but your furry friend already has it figured out? Is the lack of excitement deterring them from their enthusiasm for their new doorway to freedom? If you’re looking to take this doggy door up a notch and add an element of surprise, then you’ve come to the right place! […]
Important Things to Keep in Mind Before Choosing a Pet
Choosing a pet is an exciting and life-altering decision. Whether you’re considering bringing a furry friend into your home for the first time or adding another companion to your existing pet family, there are essential factors to consider before making that commitment. In addition to considering factors like temperament and space requirements, it’s essential to […]
Discover Sacramento’s Most Welcoming Parks and Trails for Pets
Welcome to Sacramento, a city that loves its pets! If you’re a pet owner, you’ll be delighted that Sacramento offers a wide range of pet-friendly parks and trails to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends. This article will explore some of the best spots in Sacramento for pet lovers. Keeping your Pet Safe […]
New Cat Species Discovered in Museum Collection is Probably Already Extinct
“Currently, 11 felid species are identified in Latin America,” said Pontificia Universidad Javeriana researcher Manuel Ruiz-García and his colleagues. “Eight of them form a monophyletic group named the ocelot lineage.” “This lineage includes the ocelot (Leopardus pardalis), the margay (Leopardus wiedii), the Andean cat (Leopardus jacobita), the Pampas or colocolo cat (Leopardus colocola), the kodkod […]