The canine transmissible venereal tumor is a rare type of cancer that affects dogs. It is also referred to as canine transmissible venereal sarcoma, sticker […]
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Where Did Dogs Come From: Ancestral Origin of the Domestic Dog
Where did dogs come from? What was the original ancestor of the dog? When did the first domestication take place? Why did humankind domesticate the […]
Why are Domestic Cats Smaller Compared to Big Cats?
Domestic cats share about 95 percent of their DNA with big cats like tigers and lions. They also share several similar traits. Both have the […]
Problems with Crisis Pregnancy Centers: Studies and Observations
The emergence of thousands of crisis pregnancy centers or CPCs across the United States since the first center was opened in Honolulu in 1967 should […]
Health Effects of Stress and High Cortisol Levels in Children
Stress and cortisol levels are normal biological responses. Several studies have explored how chronic stress and high levels of cortisol affect physical and mental health […]
Prenatal Flavor Learning: Studies and Implications
An unborn baby begins ingesting amniotic fluid at around 12 weeks and a powerful sense of smell starts developing by 28 weeks. Based on this […]
Link Between Aging and Carbohydrate Consumption
One thing is certain based on several scientific studies: the legendary fountain of youth likely contains minimal to no carbohydrates. Researchers have been actively exploring […]
Orange Cats: Random Scientific and Cultural Facts
The internet has branded them as the silliest variant of domestic cats. Some have branded them as the golden retrievers of the feline world. But […]
Why Cats Have Amazing Reflexes: Science and Fun Facts
The phrase “cat-like reflexes” is not a mere compliment pulled out of nowhere. It is grounded in reality. Domestic cats have one of the best […]
The Science Behind the Incredible Physical Fitness of Cats
Physical fitness is not just about strength. There are several dimensions to it. Nevertheless, when it comes to cats, these fur babies are one of […]