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New research finds that many parrots use words in appropriate contexts and uncovers species differences in vocal mimicry.

New research finds that many parrots use words in appropriate contexts and uncovers species differences in vocal mimicry.

Get expert advice to avoid food poisoning, whether that's protecting kids from pot brownies, veggies from raw meat, or pets from dessert.

A drop in pet spay-neuter surgeries due to the COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to overcrowding at animal shelters across the US, a new study shows.

A drop in pet spay-neuter surgeries due to the COVID-19 pandemic has led to overcrowding at pet shelters across the US, a new study shows.

They might be called the "dog days" of summer, but in areas that experience extreme heat, the outdoors are not the best place for your four-legged friends.

Cats who suffered burns and smoke inhalation in urban California wildfires are at risk of forming deadly blood clots, research finds.

Tests that quantify changes in dogs suspected of having cognitive decline could also be a model for Alzheimer's disease in people.

The average inbreeding based on genetic analysis across 227 dog breeds was close to 25%, the equivalent of sharing the same genetic material with a sibling.