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 […]
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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. This article delves into the vital aspects that should be considered when choosing […]
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 […]
How to Keep Your Pet’s Coat Healthy and Shiny
An important part of being a pet owner is keeping it healthy and happy. This means providing your pet with proper food, exercise, care, and lots of love. One of the basics is that you need to take care of your pet’s coat because you can tell a lot about his or her health by […]
7 Ways to Keep Your Dog Safe While Outdoors
Keeping your dog safe is every dog owner’s top priority. When your dog isn’t safe, they aren’t healthy. When they aren’t healthy, then they aren’t happy. And unhappy dogs make for unhappy owners. Since your dog has to go outside, typically multiple times a day, it’s important you know how to keep them safe when […]