RIP: Harold the “charismatic wanderer” peacock dies at Auckland Zoo after illness March 8, 2021 For almost 20 years, Harold worked the grounds of the Auckland Zoo like he owned them. The geriatric free-range peacock would visit other animals… Continue Reading
Invasive zebra mussels surfacing in home aquariums via contaminated pet store moss balls March 6, 2021 The zebra mussel scourge is popping up in the most unusual place: pet stores. Conservation organizations and governments across North America are warning aquarium… Continue Reading
Baarack the sheep burdened by too much wool saved by Australian animal sanctuary February 28, 2021 The pandemic has left many of us feeling a bit shaggy and in need of a trim. But that was never more true than… Continue Reading
Calgary Flames player Mikael Backlund backs Parachutes for Pets charity February 24, 2021 Calgary Flames forward Mikael Backlund is known for giving it his all on the ice, but off the ice he has nothing but heart,… Continue Reading
“Miracle” puppy born with six legs wows veterinarians in Oklahoma February 24, 2021 As far as anyone knows, Skipper is one-of-a-kind. Born with six legs during an Oklahoma snowstorm, folks at the Neel Veterinary Hospital in Oklahoma… Continue Reading
Room Rater gives Oval Office 10/10 due to first dogs featuring prominently February 22, 2021 It’s tough to critique the Oval Office. Well, the occupant from time to time depending on your point of view, but we’re talking about… Continue Reading
Grossest day of the year: Flying ant day is here – again and again and again. But finally a solution February 21, 2021 Critterfiles and anyone who dreads creepy flying ants have a new friend and a solution. We were recently contacted by Jesse Stark, a New… Continue Reading
Pets go high-tech with step counters, gaming consoles & GPS tracking February 20, 2021 Our fur babies really do have everything — but it turns out, there are a few more things they might need. Like pet-friendly fitness… Continue Reading
Canterbury Cathedral cat sneaks Shove Tuesday pancake during sermon February 17, 2021 Tiger the resident cat at the Canterbury Cathedral played a little fast and loose with the commandment against stealing. The sly kitty first cozied… Continue Reading
Snow Leopard celebrated for having 7 cubs now mourned after death to cancer February 16, 2021 Himani, a 17-year-old snow leopard at the Cape May County Zoo in New Jersey, was more than a prolific breeding big cat. She had… Continue Reading
