Fact Check Do Crocodiles Lure People in Indonesia with This Trick?
Crocodiles pretending to drown are supposed to use this trick to attract people on Borneo. Experts doubt the theory.
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Happy or Anxious? Study Shows That People Are Bad at Interpreting Their Dogs' Feelings
A study has shown that people are not particularly good at correctly interpreting their dogs' feelings and often misread their cues.
World's Largest Pet Store Zoo Zajac Insolvent! What Does This Mean for the Animals?
Zoo Zajac, the largest pet store in the world, is insolvent. What will happen to the 200,000 animals? Peta demands immediate action.
43,000 Animals Studied All Dogs Have at Least One Behavioral roblem
According to data from the "Dog Aging Project", all dogs have at least one behavioral problem. Read on PETBOOK why this could be the case.
After Upheaval in Syria Animal Rights Activists Were Able to Care for Cats in Aleppo for the First Time Since 2015
House of Cats Ernesto is helping in Aleppo again after ten years. Many animals have untreated injuries and illnesses.
Survey Shows More and More Sick Animals Have Ended up in Shelters
Veterinary costs rose significantly in 2022. Since then, more sick animals have ended up in animal shelters, according to a survey.
Study Shows Dogs Can Smell Cancer in Other Dogs
Researchers recently proved that dogs can smell cancer in other dogs after dogs in their study successfully detected bladder cancer.
Brain study Researchers prove for the first time that crabs perceive pain
Researchers at the University of Gothenburg prove that crabs perceive pain. There are calls for more humane methods of killing.
Specialized strategy Orcas observed hunting the world's largest sharks for the first time
Marine biologists document for the first time how orcas hunt the world's largest sharks. They use special strategies to do so.
10,000 animals kept on farms! Animal rights activists uncover cruel tiger trade in South Africa
South Africa is the largest exporter of tigers. Thousands of big cats are bred on farms to meet the demand for bones and skins in Asia.
Parallel evolution Studies unlock the mystery behind colorful bird feathers
The color of parrot feathers is created in a special way, as studies show. However, the process does not appear to be as unique as expected.
Finnish study Emotional bond between humans and dogs measured for the first time
Spending time with our pet creates a feeling of closeness. This can even be measured - by the dog's heart rate.
Fans touched "Sex and the City" star Kristin Davis adopts new dog from foster home
"Sex and the City" star Kristin Davis has adopted a dog from an animal shelter and shared pictures of their first meeting on Instagram.
Socialization Study shows the best way to get cats and dogs used to each other
A new study from England investigated what really matters when it comes to getting dogs and cats used to each other.
Research on Aging New test shows how long your dog should live
A new test should be able to determine how long older a dog has left to live. This knowledge can help with important decisions.
Fat Bear Week Alaska "Fattest bear" wins bizarre competition once more
The world's fattest bear is crowned during "Fat Bear Week". Bear Grazer had a personal score to settle with a bear this time.
Study shows for the first time Octopuses cooperate with fish when hunting and even "share" the prey
A study shows that octopuses form hunting groups with different fish and coordinate them by striking them with their tentacles.
Pawlooza PETBOOK at the first dog festival in Germany! What it was like
PAWLOOZA, the first festival for dogs in Germany, took place in September 2024. Was it worth a visit? PETBOOK was there.
Study by Humboldt University Dogs can positively influence our perception of pain
A German study shows that dogs can positively influence people's perception of pain, even more than help and support from friends and family.
Study provides initial evidence Bumblebees make the same mistakes as humans
Insects also have to remember a lot. According to a study, bumblebees make mental errors similar to those of humans.
Study shows Drug-addicted fish and aggressive birds! How pharmaceutical waste affects the animal world
A new study has shown that pharmaceutical waste and drugs leave more traces in nature including drug-addicted-fish and aggressive birds.