Tiny worms use static electricity to launch and stick to flying insects - scientists reveal how the trick works.

A common human cold sore cream may soon help cats with painful eye infections. Researchers found that 1% penciclovir cream ...

Scientists thawed ancient soil in the lab and tiny nematodes, Panagrolaimus kolymaensis, “woke up” after being frozen for ...

Scientists have known for decades that many animals use the Earth's magnetic field for navigation. It's less clear how they do it. A new study suggests earthworms may be a good way to figure it out.

You know that moment when something feels... off? Maybe your cat didn't greet you at the door like usual, or they walk ...

The latest batch of notable new smartphone apps includes a Fire Emblem spin-off and a game you control with a pair of AirPods ...

From diagnosis to the brutal treatment process, here's what veterinary professionals wish every dog owner understood about heartworm infection.

Several years ago, I was brushing my teeth when my beautiful tuxedo cat – aptly named Leche because he looks like a dairy cow – uncharacteristically hopped into our bathtub. Initially amused, I ...

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Inspectors from the animal charity found hundreds of animals, including dogs, horses, farm, exotic animals and small pets living in 'appalling' conditions at Lee Hayes' farm in Nottinghamshire.

Many cat owners don’t realise that just like humans, cats can suffer from dementia. A recent paper has even found many similarities between feline and human dementia, finding that cognitive impairment ...

Emily Blackwell receives funding from Cats Protection, Zoetis, Defra and Waltham Petcare Science Institute. Sara Lawrence-Mills receives funding from Zoetis. Many cat owners don’t realise that just ...