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Fourth of July Fireworks Can Terrify Animals. Here’s How to Help.
There are ways to make the Fourth of July safer for pets, wildlife and farm animals.
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7 Animal Father-Child Bonds That Prove Humans Don’t Have a Monopoly on Doting Dads
These species show that engaged fatherhood can be perfectly natural.
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Which Animals Are Monogamous Rather Than Mating For Life?
Many animals pair bond for life – but that isn’t the same thing as being monogamous.
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The Friendliest, Most Gentle Animals Are Also Some of the Most Exploited
It’s a cruel logic that results in the most affectionate creatures being punished the most, but sadly, that’s how it’s often turned out.
Animal Behavior•8 min read
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