If you and your family are a house constantly full of pets and always looking to adopt, or you're allergic to cats and dogs but the younger ones keep asking for a pet, then you may consider adopting a ...

Birds can be wonderful pets if raised and handled correctly. There are many types of house birds, but not every bird is appropriate for a pet. Some birds need to live in large flocks to be healthy and ...

Not everyone is a cat person or a dog person. Some folks are bird people. If you’ve decided to get a feathered friend, you have a lot to consider. There are numerous species of birds, all ranging in ...

There's one bird in the Hudson Valley strong enough to carry off a small dog... but does it ever actually happen?

It’s important to think about your lifestyle before selecting a pet to keep you company. You might not want to adopt a dog or cat if you live in a small space or if you spend a lot of time out of the ...

Many breeds of hawks live and hunt in Santa Barbara County. Cats, small dogs, pet birds (outside in their cages for the day or in aviaries), chickens, other poultry and rabbits may become a meal for ...

The best small pets are a great way to introduce a cute companion (or two) into your home without feeling like they’re encroaching on your space. We love cats and dogs as much (if not more) than the ...

Sitting in the sunlit garden room, a small, light green parakeet gently climbs onto the outstretched finger of Gabe Cooper. Mr. Pickles, he’s called. The little bird is known at the facility for ...

Hawks and other raptors are impressive predators. Their eyesight can be four to eight times better than ours, and many species are adapted for fast, quiet flight to help them ambush prey. Along with ...

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