pets and animals

A vet explains why your cat watches you sleep

December 24, 2025 1:34 pm

Cats have a reputation for many mysterious behaviours, and one of the most common questions among pet parents is: Why does my cat stare at me while I sleep?

Why an octopus doesn't die even after its heart stops beating

December 18, 2025 12:30 pm

With blue blood and three hearts, the octopus has one of the most unusual circulatory systems in the animal kingdom.

Meet Lilibet, the cat who lives in a 5 star hotel, wears gold jewellery and eats caviar

December 07, 2025 3:01 pm

Wearing a handcrafted gold collar with the hotel's sigil around her neck, Lilibet runs around the lobby, chasing mice and greeting guests to entertain herself all day.

Samantha vs Tika: Who's the most fashionable dog on the internet right now?

November 23, 2025 5:34 pm

From "Why she looks like Carrie Bradshaw?! to "DIVA," the comments section is filled with people gushing over Samantha's effortless elegance and charm.

What to do after a rat bite: First aid, tetanus, and infection prevention

November 16, 2025 11:30 am

In some rare case it can lead to rat-bite fever, a deadly infection

'Justice for KitKat': Know all about the bodega cat run over by a robotaxi in San Francisco

November 07, 2025 6:26 pm

Lovingly known as the "Mayor of 16th Street", Kitkat was a regular at local joints and delis.

Say hello to Nala, the cat who holds a Guinness World Record for being 'Most Popular on Instagram'

November 06, 2025 5:25 pm

However, this kitty isn't only about beauty and brains. She also has a huge heart.

10 best aquarium fish for beginners: Easy-to-keep species for your first tank

November 02, 2025 5:43 pm

Before setting up your home aquarium, check each fish’s compatibility, hardiness, maintenance needs, tank size, and temperament.

5 dogs you can own even if you suffer from allergies often

October 29, 2025 11:30 am

Getting a dog is a commitment for the next 10 years or more. Thus, it is recommended that if you suffer from allergies, test out living with a dog first to see how you cope.

Here are 6 dog breeds that are easiest to train

October 26, 2025 1:29 pm

If you are on the lookout for a dog to adopt, arming yourself with information is key to ensure a smooth transition process.

Pet Fed, India's biggest pet carnival, returns to Mumbai after three-year gap; see pics

January 29, 2023 12:32 pm

After a gap of three years, Pet Fed, an annual pet carnival, is back at Mumbai.

Some Argentines turn to unusual pandemic pets for comfort

October 04, 2021 2:43 pm

Millions of people have found solace during the pandemic in cuddling a dog or cat. For a few, comfort comes in other forms — those of a horse or a pig, perhaps a possum-like sugar glider or even a tarantula

15 'pawdorable' dog breeds from around the world

December 23, 2019 12:43 pm

Science Take | How geckos move across water

June 22, 2020 6:08 pm

The Asian house gecko can move across water at great speed by using a half-running, half-swimming motion.