The best guard dogs are incredibly smart, loyal, agile and fearless — all reasons that they take up so much space in our hearts. When running down the list of desirable traits in a new family pet, ...

The biggest snake in the world is large enough to eat a human being whole. Can you believe people keep some of these as pets? If you don't like reptiles, the ball pythons at that reptile birthday ...

Earth is home to some truly magnificent creatures. If you’ve ever swum with the whale sharks, seen a lion in the African savanna or watched a grizzly bear run at full speed, then you know the power of ...

Most people love the extraordinary, which is why we crave science-fiction stories that stretch our imaginations and cause us to question the realities that we know. But we spend so much time being ...

An American bison cow and calf in Yellowstone National Park. Animal lovers can find much to love in America’s national parks, which showcase a spectacular array of ecosystems and abundant wildlife to ...

Animals may have different criteria than humans do when it comes to beauty. This doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate it and all the ways it’s expressed. The beauty of animals has long influenced fashion, ...

As with any wildlife you encounter, it's important to respect boundaries and observe African animals from a healthy distance. More than 30 million tourists visit Africa every year. It's the ...

Cats may be low-maintenance pets compared to their canine counterparts, but they shouldn’t be underestimated. The International Cat Association recognizes 73 different cat breeds — all of which come ...

All dogs deserve an abundance of love and attention from their owners as well as proper training, especially when they are young. However, certain breeds are more stubborn than others when it comes to ...

Like their human counterparts, dogs can be vastly different in their habits, appreciations, moods and personalities. But some stand out more from the pack. In fact, some of the most compelling dogs ...

Rainforests are dense forests in tropical regions inhabited by a variety of unusual species you won't find anywhere else on the planet. The warm, humid environment is the perfect habitat for a ...

For those who always wanted a dog with hair more luscious than their own, a long-haired shaggy dog breed may be the answer. There are shaggy dogs out there in every size and variety, whether you ...