In today’s world many people want more than just a dog or a cat as a pet. They want something unique, something that makes them stand out. This has led to some really strange pets becoming popular.

Forget fluffy puppies and purring kittens; some people have a fondness for the truly peculiar when it comes to their animal ...

History is full of memorable personalities, and some of them shared their homes with animals that most people would never consider as companions today. These pets often reflected the owner’s interests ...

The bond between humans and animals has existed for millennia. They were seen as natural pest control, happily munching on beetles and creepy crawlies that might otherwise have plagued Roman homes.

The White House has often been home to plenty of beloved pets. Dogs and cats may dominate the spotlight, but over the years, an entire menagerie of unexpected animals has wandered its halls, surprised ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ziya, a Belgian Malinois from northern California, who found himself in the middle of a real-life bullfight (minus the red cape), has captured the 17th ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio —Some pets just can’t stay out of trouble, and now their most unexpected misadventures are in the spotlight. Nationwide has opened voting for the 17th annual Hambone Award, honoring the ...

The award is presented annually to recognize the unique claims and bring awareness to the surprising things that can happen to pets. Ziya, a dog from Livermore, was kicked in the jaw and lost a tooth ...

The winners of the 2025 International Pet Photography Awards have been announced, celebrating the best in pet photography from around the world. Now in its 7th year, the competition attracted a record ...