Animals

From adorable pets to awe-inspiring wildlife, we've got a menagerie of content that celebrates the beauty, intelligence, and diversity of the animal kingdom. Dive into heartwarming rescue tales, explore the quirkiest animal behaviors, and stay connected with the conservation efforts that aim to protect our furry, feathered, and finned friends. Whether you're a devoted pet parent or a wildlife enthusiast, join us on a journey of discovery as we showcase the incredible stories and extraordinary lives of the creatures that make our world a richer and more extraordinary place.

A composite of cute animals on the internet: a baby sloth, a baby hippo, a ragdoll cat, and a baby penguin
From Moo Deng to Pesto the Penguin, here are the cutest animals taking over our feeds
Moo Deng
Of course there's a Moo Deng memecoin. And of course it's pumping (until it stops).
Moo Deng, a two-month-old female pygmy hippo who has recently become a viral internet sensation, stands next to her mother Jona, 25, at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi province on September 15, 2024.
Baby hippo Moo Deng has a 24-hour livestream now. Here's how to watch.

Animals

three screenshot of tiktoks of a massive baby penguin that still has it's black feathers
Meet Pesto the penguin, an absolute unit, massive King Penguin chick in Australia
Pets are going crazy over this $20 interactive toy
Chances are, your cat would probably get you killed in 'A Quiet Place'
This shark lives for centuries. Scientists discover how it resists aging.
Creature with giant eggs filmed thousands of feet undersea
images of the hippo moo deng with a background of hearts and stars Why we’re all in love with a little hippo named Moo Deng
a baby hippo standing with its mouth open The internet has fallen in love with baby hippo Moo Deng
One of the most dominant bears of Katmai National Park and Preserve's Brooks River, Bear 32, "Chunk." Fat bear ate 135,000 calories in 10 hours. And he's not done.
A flying spaghetti monster spotted amid a recent deep ocean expedition. Flying spaghetti monster and unworldly life filmed in deep sea footage
A dog and a cat sitting on a bed together Celebrate man's best friend on International Dog Day with these stellar deals

Best Products

Petsafe automatic feeder with white cat eating The best automatic cat feeders to keep your feline fed while you're away
Person using vacuum on armchair that dog is sitting on with mouth open The best handheld vacuums for keeping up with pet hair
Cat sitting inside black Litter-Robot in room with furniture and rug Self-cleaning litter boxes are a serious game changer for busy cat parents
Dog using dog feeder. The best automatic dog feeders to keep your BFF fed on time
Picture of multiple dog puzzle options The best dog puzzles to occupy your pup and keep them mentally stimulated
dog with toys The best chew toys, as reviewed by my dog
Black and white dog in nature wearing a low-profile black harness Everything you need to go hiking with your dog
Black and white dog peeking out of a wooden crate All the best dog products of 2022
6 of the best dog beds to help your pup rest easy 6 of the best dog beds to help your pup rest easy
Best dog DNA tests: How to learn more about your pup and build a stronger bond Best dog DNA tests: How to learn more about your pup and build a stronger bond

Reviews

A cat looking at, stepping into, and then peeing in the Litter-Robot 4 Is the Litter-Robot 4 worth $700?
Black and white dog laying in a minimal wooden crate We tried the Fable Pets dog crate, and it's as good as it looks
dog laying in grass with dog toys in front of her Fable's dog toys merge enrichment and aesthetic, but are they worth the money?
Colby Jack the cat playing with the PetSafe Bolt Laser Cat Toy The PetSafe Bolt Laser Cat Toy rules
A Death Star for cats: Why this WiFi robot kitty litter may be worth $550 A Death Star for cats: Why this WiFi robot kitty litter may be worth $550
We tried all the dog products from Wild One's latest drop We tried all the dog products from Wild One's latest drop
full-length shot of the vacuum and close-up of the dirty water tank Bissell CrossWave X7 Cordless Pet Pro makes cleaning up messes kinda fun
Swiftpaws offers 'the best game of chase' for active dogs, but it's gonna cost you Swiftpaws offers 'the best game of chase' for active dogs, but it's gonna cost you
man with dog and BarkBath vacuum
Bissell's BarkBath Dual Use is a hassle-free way to clean your beloved pet — and your couch
Cheerble's Wickedbone is a fun smart dog toy with a mind of its own Cheerble's Wickedbone is a fun smart dog toy with a mind of its own

Deals

woman playing with dog in the woods
This puppy and dog training bundle is on sale for less than $25
Brown dog eating out of a bowl next to two blue Chewy boxes
Chewy's Blue Box Sale can help you spoil your pets this summer
Wild One leash
Save up to $51 on a fancy Wild One Walk Kit for your dog
Hand holding teal water dish out to dog with tongue out
Get a water bottle for dogs (cute) on sale for 43% off
Two cats playing with grey toy with multicolored holes and joystick
Surprise your cat with this interactive toy that's on sale for $30 off
Outward Hound dog puzzle
Stimulate your pup's brain with a dog puzzle — this one is almost 50% off
Cat being brushed with white device
Tame the pet hair around your home with 20% off this handheld device
Person sitting with dog in back of truck with red doggiesak bag on top of cooler and blue bags next to them
Save 32% on a dog-walking bag that helps keep your pup's stuff organized on the go
Two cats playing on a grey mat with colored holes and red pom pom
The interactive Cheerble cat board game is on sale for $30 off
Dog sniffing at bowl full of kibble
Celebrate National Pet Day with these deals for pets and pet parents

News

a Joro spider on a web Yes, big spiders are spreading in the U.S. No, they're not flying.
The head of a cicada that emerged in 2021 as part of Brood X. Cicadas love to land on people. Experts explain why.
Bailey the robot dog Ringling Bros. Circus is back, but the only 'animal' performer is a robot dog
two dogs in crates with beds look at each other through windows in the crate Save 20% at Fable Pets and treat good dogs to a new crate, toy, or bed
Actor Roshan Mathew holding an object made of ivory in a still from 'Poacher'. Prime Video's 'Poacher' takes a deep dive into the ivory trade in India
A conception of a giant shark, like a megalodon, hunting smaller prey. Scientists find big megalodon tooth in a really unexpected place
A giant phantom jelly spotted by the Schmidt Ocean Institute on Dec. 4, 2023. The stunning deep sea footage scientists filmed in 2023
The Milky Way alone likely contains over 1 trillion planets. Might intelligent life exist in the deep cosmos? Scientists say they conversed with a whale. It may be practice for aliens.
A giant phantom jelly spotted by the Schmidt Ocean Institute on Dec. 4, 2023. Absolutely astonishing deep sea giant just filmed by scientists
A Sealyham Terrier being examined at the 2023 National Dog Show. This tiny toasted marshmallow won 2023's National Dog Show

More Animals

John Oliver's 'alarmingly aggressive' campaign worked. Pūteketeke is the 'Bird of the Century'.
By Sam Haysom
A man in glasses is dressed up as a large bird with an impressive orange plumage.
Scientists reveal deadly Earth just after the dinosaur asteroid hit
By Mark Kaufman
A dinosaur skull on a fiery landscape.
This bird was just declared extinct. You can hear its final song.
By Mark Kaufman
A biologist recorded a Kauaʻi ʻōʻō song in 1986, a song from either the last or one of the last individuals of the species.
Bed bug outbreaks are real. Here's what experts want you to know.
By Mark Kaufman
C. hemipterus, a bed bug species. These pests bite and suck blood while people sleep.
Fat Bear Week winner is revealed. She's a rebel.
By Mark Kaufman
The 2023 Fat Bear Week winner, Grazer, seen in Katmai National Park and Preserve's Brooks River in September.
These 16 striking photos capture the variety of the world's wildlife
By Meera Navlakha
An orca on the beaches in Cadzand-Bad, Zeeland, the Netherlands.
Unprecedented fat bear story just got even better
By Mark Kaufman
The fat bear cousins bears 909 and 910.
This bear looked frail and weak. Look at his transformation.
By Mark Kaufman
The aging bear Otis (bear 480) seen looking quite gaunt in July 2023.
What's Fat Bear Week?
By Mark Kaufman
The Fat Bear Week Champion bear 747 fishing in Katmai National Park and Preserve's Brooks River.
Fat Bear Week is back. In 2023, the bears overcame big obstacles.
By Mark Kaufman
One of the 2023 Fat Bear Week contestants, "Chunk."
A government shutdown means bad news for Fat Bear Week
By Mark Kaufman
The famous Katmai National Park and Preserve bear "Holly" (bear 435).
Musk lied about monkey deaths, report says
By Matt Binder
Elon Musk
Dramatic images show why emperor penguins were hit with catastrophe
By Mark Kaufman
Emperor penguins in Antarctica.
10,000 feet down, scientists find 'enormous' octopus colony
By Mark Kaufman
an octopus garden in the deep sea.
What even is a sun bear?
By Mark Kaufman and Warren Shaw
Is the Sun Bear Real?
Scientists make eye-opening discovery in deep sea caves
By Mark Kaufman
A deep sea octopus found over 8,200 feet beneath the Pacific Ocean surface.
There's a fascinating new clue to the giant megalodon's extinction
By Mark Kaufman
a Megalodon next to a great white shark
Yes, the viral sun bear is real. It's not a costume.
By Mark Kaufman
A sun bear sticking out its impressively long tongue.
Scientists find stunning new octopus world in the deep sea
By Mark Kaufman
An octopus captured on camera during recent deep sea expedition.
The fat bears have awoken and you can watch them live
By Mark Kaufman
A bear chomping on a salmon in Katmai National Park and Preserve's Brooks River.
How to protect your pets from wildfire smoke
By Amanda Yeo
A man walks his dog as air quality remains poor in New York City, United States on June 6, 2023. New York City has issued a health advisory for Tuesday as smoke from wildfires in Canada impacting the city's air quality.
Large spiders are rapidly spreading in the U.S. They're not after you.
By Mark Kaufman
A Joro spider hanging from its large web. Female Joros are much larger and flashier in color than males.
This distinguished little gentleman just won the 2023 Westminster Dog Show
By Amanda Yeo
Buddy Holly, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, winner of the Hound Group, wins Best in Show at the 147th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Presented by Purina Pro Plan at Arthur Ashe Stadium on May 09, 2023 in New York City.
Behold, 20 of the funniest YouTube videos ever
By Xavier Piedra
A screenshot from the "Look at this graph" Nickleback meme.
Amazing creature found 27,000 feet under the sea. Here's how it survives.
By Mark Kaufman
a snailfish swimming in the deep sea
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