Animals

December 3, 2019

Adorable Litter of Maine Coon Kittens Look Like a Tiny Gang of Grumpy Old Men

The Maine Coon cat breed has earned the nickname “gentle giant” for their large stature and playful personalities, but take one look at this litter of newborns and you might think differently. Tatyana Rastorgueva, who runs, Casvill County House of Cats where the kittens were born, recently shared photos of the group of young Maine Coons whose tiny faces could double as grumpy old men. The five gray babies have characteristics of curmudgeonly people—including furrowed brows and upturned lips.

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November 19, 2019

Interview: Steve McCurry Captures Human Connection to Animals Around the World

For over forty years, legendary photographer Steve McCurry has been traveling the world and documenting the human condition through his iconic images. Invariably, his attention turned not only to humans and the way that they behave, but also to the animals that surrounds us. Most importantly, McCurry's interest in the complex relationship between animals, humans, and their environment was apparent in his photography. Steve McCurry.

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November 15, 2019

Adorably Hilarious Winners of the 2019 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

Our domestic pets make us laugh on a daily basis, but animals in the wild can have their funny moments, too. Now in its 5th year, the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards recently announced the hilarious winning photos for 2019. The funny images were chosen from over 4,000 entries from 68 different countries, revealing that silly playfulness is universal amongst animals.

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November 8, 2019

Adorably Expressive Faces of Dogs Reveal They’re the “Best People”

Dog owners often say that their canine companions are like their children. Our fluffy family members might be a different species, but we’re still able to connect with them on an emotional level—sometimes even more so than with other human beings. Despite not being able to interact verbally, dogs can often seem as though they’re communicating by mimicking human facial expressions.

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