As wild animals, and prey animals at that, deer are naturally very cautious of humans. Because of that, befriending a deer ...

Ever imagined a wild animal trying to play tag with a human with no dangerous intent? Turns out, it’s not as rare as you’d ...

The relationship between oxpeckers and the large mammals from which they pick ticks is a complex one. It was long thought to be a straightforward case of mutual benefit, until it was realised that the ...

Shankland's award-winning interdisciplinary book examines our dominance of and affection for animals and how empathy toward ...

A new book looks at the health links between animals and humans. June 12, 2012— -- intro: Dr. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz is a sort of modern day Dr. Dolittle. For the past six years, the UCLA ...

Christmas cheer is real, and this Instagram video is the proof. It shows a heartwarming gift exchange before the big holiday ...

How can humans and animals be friends? This is what writer Maren Damman concerns herself with. As a biologist, wildlife ...

Pets have evolved from practical helpers to our emotional companions, but are we truly fulfilling their needs?