Domestic and wild waterfowl like ducks and geese are incredible birds that can be found almost all over the world. As waterfowl, both of these birds thrive around freshwater environments and are usually found around lakes, rivers, and waterfalls. The webbed feet of...
Also known as Westies, West Highland White Terriers are small but confident dogs with a lively and affectionate nature. These dogs are affectionate and energetic, making them great additions to families and active homes. With plenty of exercise and activity, Westies...
Taking care of horses can be an incredible hobby and it’s something that more than a million folks in the United States do. But having a horse takes time, energy, and money; with these animals having an average lifespan of 25-30 years, owning a horse is often a...
Found throughout North America in a range of ecosystems, American crows and common ravens are similarly-looking birds that are a part of the corvid family. These blackbirds do differ from each other in many ways, like their wingspan, beak curvature, and voice, but...
These large dogs were originally bred to be guardians of villagers living in the Himalayas and while they look imposing, Tibetan Mastiffs are actually just big balls of love. Like other guardian dogs, Tibetan Mastiffs are devoted to their families and are incredibly...
If you’ve ever had cats, you might know just how much they like being high up, even if there’s really no room for them. This behavior might be annoying at times, particularly when cats start to knock things over! But being up high is a perfectly natural...
With the ever-present threat of the climate crisis, the restoration of ecosystems and protection of public lands and bodies of water is incredibly important. There are numerous health benefits and economic boosts to public parks, as folks living near parks report...
Like other herding dogs, the Australian Kelpie is an active, intelligent, and loyal dog with an unlimited source of energy. Kelpies are medium in size, often weighing 30-45 pounds and standing 17-20 inches tall, but what they lack in size, they make up for with...
As the biggest wild sheep in North America, bighorn sheep have light brown coats, split hooves, and large horns that indicate their age. In the Pacific Northwest, the Rocky Mountain bighorn is one of two subspecies in the area and can be found in the Rocky Mountain...
There are many amazing things about dogs and their impressive sense of smell is definitely one of them. With up to 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses (50 times more receptors than humans!), dogs can actually smell some odors in parts per trillion and can...
