Animals

February 23, 2025

Study Finds “Smarter” Dogs Actually Have the Smallest Brains

It’s a common myth that the bigger your brain, the more intelligent you are. While the human brain has long been an enigma for scientists, a recent study found a surprising opposite in our canine friends. Published in the journal Biology Letters, the study shockingly revealed that “smarter” dogs, specifically working breeds known for their ability to perform complex tasks and assist humans, actually have the smallest brains relative to their body size.

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February 20, 2025

Emotional Pet Portraits Capture Cherished Final Moments Between Dogs and Their Humans

Anyone who has been fortunate enough to have a pet knows that they are more than just animals—they're family. Losing a beloved companion is deeply painful, and the pets we lose deserve to be honored and remembered. With this in mind, Ohio-based, award-winning pet photographer Holly Hildreth created her End of Life photo series. This heartfelt photo series captures intimate portraits of terminally ill dogs and their families in their final days together.

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February 17, 2025

Watch the Surprising Moment a Humpback Whale Swallows a Kayaker and Spits Him Out

Adrian Simancas, a 24-year-old Venezuelan kayaker, has a story for the ages. While out on a kayaking trip with his dad in Chile's Strait of Magellan—one of the world's most popular whale-watching destinations—he was suddenly swallowed by a humpback whale. Despite the initial terror, the kayaker promptly emerged from the whale's mouth unharmed. This nerve-wracking moment was captured on video by Simancas' father, Dell.

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