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If you’ve ever joked that trash pandas are neighborhood pets, some scientists are quietly nodding along.

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Veterinarians diagnose around 100,000 dogs each year with Cushing’s disease. Medical treatments are available, but accurate diagnosis is essential.

Cushing's disease

Dogs

Health

A heart murmur is an abnormality caused by atypical pumping of the heart. Treatment depends on the cause, and the dog's health, age, and breed.

First&#x2d;time cat owners might be surprised when their female cat exhibits odd behaviors related to estrus, the feline fertile period also known as heat.

Cats

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Spiders are in almost every region or climate of earth except for the Arctic poles, in the oceans or at extreme altitudes.

Many animals are facing the threat of extinction for a variety of reasons, from poaching to climate change.

The alligator and crocodile are close relatives but distinctive creatures and can be found in different parts of the world.

Humans and the changes we've wrought on the planet have led to the extinction of many creatures. Find out how and why certain animals went extinct.

In the Wild

How Do Sharks Breathe?

Crazy Facts About Raccoon Dogs

Tips to Avoid a Shark Attack

What are Copperhead Snakes?

What on Earth is a Huntsman Spider?

Are Kingsnakes a Threat to Humans?

Are Raccoons Really Becoming America’s Next Pet?

What Is Cushing's Disease in Dogs?

Understanding Heart Murmurs in Dogs

Everything You Need to Know About Cats in Heat