The Ultimate Guide to Responsible Pet Adoption

Adding a cat or dog to your family is a big decision, and these days there are many ways for you to do so. An adoption is an option for folks looking to possibly save a little money—and more importantly, save a life.

Aussie Authorities: “Idiots of Century” Swim Into Crocodile Trap

Strange things down under and every day brings a new, bizarre, and often stupid adventure.  Australian authorities say they’re “gobsmacked” by the absolute stupidity of a group of men seen swimming to a crocodile trap in Queensland—and getting inside with the bait, where the crocodiles go.

Normally Nocturnal Cats CAN Learn to Sleep at Night

Some people say cats are naturally nocturnal animals (most active at night), others that they are crepuscular (most active at dawn or dusk). In either case housecats have a tendency to be awake when their owners are not, which can lead to conflict.

The incredible spectacle of a murmuration of starlings (Video)

Very cool video. You have never seen a murmuration of starlings as massive and outstanding as this.

Web cams follow migration of Canadian Polar Bears (Watch)

Every year, hundreds of Canadian polar bears journey to the Hudson Bay to hunt seals—and this year, you can watch it happen right here.

Keep Your Pets Safe on Halloween

Mad Mike’s America offers some reminders about how to keep your pets safe on Halloween.

Help prevent animal cruelty: STOP AG-GAG!

The agriculture fat cats, the owners of the huge mega factory farm complexes, are paying legislators all over the country in an effort to influence their votes to pass laws PROHIBITING undercover investigations into animal cruelty on the nation’s farms. Don’t let the bastards get away with it. Read the story to find out how to stop it.

NOTE: THE VIDEO OF ANIMAL ABUSE IS EXTREMELY DISTURBING AND IS NOT FIT FOR FAMILY VIEWING.

Critter talk: Memory loss and confusion in our dogs

Owners of older dogs are all too frequently faced with a beloved pet that seems to have issues with memory loss and confusion.