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A small dog packed full of personality and energy, the teacup Yorkie weighs in at under 4 pounds and makes a loyal and opinionated furry friend.

Dogs

Breeds

Caring For Your Teacup Yorkie

Mini pitbulls make excellent pets for families who want to add energy and playfulness to their homes. They are highly intelligent dogs.

What to Know Before Getting Your Mini Pitbull

A lethargic dog is not always cause for concern, but if you notice your dog is tired and disinterested for more than a couple days, talk to your vet.

Health

What to Do About a Lethargic Dog

Bearded dragons are fun and friendly pets. They love to interact through the glass and, with some patience, can learn to like being handled.

Discover the world of exotic pets and learn more about their special care requirements, unique personalities, and why adopting one may or may not be a good idea.

Small Pets

Exotic

Your Bearded Dragon Pet Primer

Albinism is caused by a gene mutation that hinders or completely obstructs melanin production.

Albino Animals You Have to See to Believe

For those of us who live in urban areas, who spend our days around the strangeness of people, it's easy to forget that Mother Nature a little strange, too.

These Are Some of the Strangest Creatures on Earth

Some zoos and aquariums provide live footage of their animals, giving families a chance to experience the wonder of wildlife without leaving the house.

Get Wild With These Animal Live Streams

Maintaining a hummingbird feeder is easier and less expensive than maintaining a typical feeder for seed&#x2d;eating birds.

How to Start Feeding Hummingbirds

Sharks evolved very effective breathing methods that are perfectly suited to their surroundings.

How Do Sharks Breathe?

Native to Asia and known as “tanuki” in Japan, they got their English name because of their resemblance to both wild raccoons and domestic dogs.

Crazy Facts About Raccoon Dogs

Although reports of sharks biting humans are rare, it’s still a good idea to know how to avoid being a victim before you swim in the sea this summer.

Tips to Avoid a Shark Attack

Named for the rich brown coloring of their broad head, copperhead snakes are agile hunters who can even climb trees to catch their prey. 

What are Copperhead Snakes?

Huntsman spiders include 1,027 identified species in temperate or tropical regions of Australia, Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

What on Earth is a Huntsman Spider?

Kingsnakes are not venomous and pose no threat to humans. They are often kept as pets and prized for their vibrant colors and beautiful patterns.

Are Kingsnakes a Threat to Humans?

The ball python is a snake native to sub&#x2d;Saharan Africa. They are popular pets due to their calm, non&#x2d;aggressive temperament.

All You Need to Know About Ball Pythons

The name 'garter snake' refers to over a dozen species of the genus Thamnophis. Garter snakes are not dangerous to humans and are usually harmless.