Pets were once dismissed as trivial scientific subjects. Today, companion animal science is hot. Max, a 2-year-old German shepherd, Belgian Malinois and husky mix, was rescued in an emaciated ...

A simple gesture could unlock the secret to better communication with cats and deepen the bond you share.

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A sixth grader asked an important question: Does your cat’s butthole really touch all the surfaces in your home? The Florida middle schooler submitted his research for the school science fair. After ...

(Chris Winsor/Getty Images) Cats have a reputation for aloofness (and floofiness), but if you and your feline friend aren't ...

Cats may have a reputation for independence, but emerging research suggests we share a unique connection with them — fueled by brain chemistry. The main chemical involved is oxytocin, often called the ...

Even when cats appear distant, science shows they are constantly communicating attachment through small, easily overlooked signals. One of the most studied is the slow blink. When a cat slowly closes ...