In ancient Vietnam, our grandparents often had a joke, "Ugly like a hippopotamus," to tease those unfortunate people who did not have a very sparkling appearance. But that joke has become something of a bygone era, now that hippos have taken the throne to become the new standard of cuteness. Fiona, a 10-month-old hippo at the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio, USA, was once receiving … [Read more...] about Gone are the days of dogs, cats, rabbits, and hamsters: Hippos are now the standard of cuteness!
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Outdoor house cats have a wider-ranging diet than any other predator on Earth
Globally, house cats have been observed eating over 2,000 different species, 16% of which are endangered. Free-ranging cats (Felis catus) are globally distributed invasive carnivores that markedly impact biodiversity. A new study developed a comprehensive global assessment of species consumed by cats. The research identified 2,084 species eaten by cats, of which 347 … [Read more...] about Outdoor house cats have a wider-ranging diet than any other predator on Earth
Police officer finds four-week-old kitten in dumpster — makes “heartwarming decision” to change the cat’s life
Sometimes animals come into our lives in unexpected ways, and we know right away that it’s destined to be. That was the case when one police officer made a surprising, heartbreaking discovery inside a dumpster recently — and made an inspiring decision that changed everything. According to a Facebook post from the North Charleston Police Department, Ptl. Dontavis Jones was … [Read more...] about Police officer finds four-week-old kitten in dumpster — makes “heartwarming decision” to change the cat’s life
79 Tortured Dogs, Cats Rescued From Caribbean Island
Over the weekend, a daring and compassionate rescue mission unfolded as at least 79 dogs and cats, victims of unthinkable cruelty, were saved from the clutches of abuse on the small Caribbean Island of Dominica. NBC Chicago News reports that these animals, having endured beatings, torture, and poisoning, were left for dead before the island's sole animal shelter took them in. A … [Read more...] about 79 Tortured Dogs, Cats Rescued From Caribbean Island
Keep Cats Inside For Their (And Others’) Own Good, Say Scientists
For cat owners, the age-old dilemma of whether to let their feline friends roam freely outdoors or keep them indoors has sparked passionate debates. However, a recent study, particularly relevant for those residing in Washington D.C., provides compelling reasons to consider the indoor option, and it goes beyond the typical arguments. Daniel Herrera, lead author of the … [Read more...] about Keep Cats Inside For Their (And Others’) Own Good, Say Scientists