Scientists finally reveal why wombats’ faeces is cube-shaped
Scientists have revealed how and why wombats produce cube-shaped faeces, the only known species to produce droppings in this shape.
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Hundreds of Chinese lanterns light up Edinburgh Zoo
Hundreds of giant lanterns inspired by mythical creatures from Scottish and Chinese folklore have been placed around Edinburgh Zoo to create a “winter wonderland”.
Social media taken over by hilarious viral ‘dog cheese’ game
Social media challenges are often bizarre but the newest craze that’s making its rounds on the internet turns out to be delicious, too.
Watch: Lucky dog knocks over owner after helping him to lottery win
A dog whose picky eating habits helped his owners win the lottery bowled them off their feet, literally, as they were presented with their £1 million cheque.
Adorable giant panda plays in the snow as cold weather hits the United States
It may only be November, but this video of a giant panda named Bei Bei playing in the snow at The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington DC will definitely have you feeling festive.
RSPCA warns about dangers of sports nets after amputating trapped fox’s tail
The RSPCA has issued a warning about the dangers sports nets pose to animals after amputating the tail of a fox trapped in a practice goal.
French bulldog puppy goes viral as she takes a tumble into a swimming pool
Puppies have a tendency to do the silliest things, and French bulldog Karma proved she’s no exception as she accidentally plunged into a swimming pool.
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Seth Rogen joyous after octopus is named Ceph Rogen in his honour
An octopus has been named after Canadian actor and comedian Seth Rogen after a public naming contest.
Colorado police post hilarious video as they are chased by wild turkey
Police officers at Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado made an unlikely friend as they were chased by a wild turkey while on duty.
‘Hit-and-run’ cat Maximus in the running for survivor of the year award
A cat which was left fighting for its life after a suspected hit-and-run is in the running for a national survivor of the year award.
Supervet’s Noel Fitzpatrick stops traffic to save swan on busy Dublin road
Noel Fitzpatrick, star of Channel 4’s The Supervet, has gone viral in a video of him trying to save a swan that had wandered into a busy road in Dublin.
7 good dogs who really did not enjoy the fireworks on Bonfire Night
While many people enjoy watching the bonfire crackle and listening to the explosive sounds of fireworks on November 5, many pets struggle.
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A rare Mandarin duck mysteriously appeared in New York and everyone loves him
A rare and beautiful Mandarin duck has been spotted in New York City’s Central Park, and social media users have fallen in love with him.
Four baby Komodo dragons have hatched at San Antonio Zoo
Rare baby Komodo dragons have hatched at San Antonio Zoo in Texas, with their first moments in the world showcased in a mesmerising time-lapse video.
This sculptor brings animals from memes into the real world
A Japanese sculptor is turning famous animals of the internet into tangible works of art.
North-east man denies failing to take care of cows whose horns were growing into their heads
All three animals were allegedly suffering from ingrowing horns which had penetrated their heads.
People are explaining the best tricks they’ve accidentally taught their pets
Have you ever accidentally taught your pet something brilliant, and kept it as their party trick? Well, you’re not alone.
North-east charity’s fundraising plea to save these two dogs from being put down
An north-east charity has made an appeal for people to help raise funds to save two dogs from being put down.
Watch: Baby orangutan and surrogate mum investigate film camera
Conservationists from West Borneo have shared delightful footage of a baby orangutan and her new surrogate mother.
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Watch how different animals react when a pumpkin is thrown in their enclosure
Milwaukee Zoo found the perfect way to celebrate National Pumpkin Day in the US – by hurling the gourds into their animals’ enclosures.
Same-sex penguin couple at Sydney Aquarium successfully hatch adopted egg
A same-sex penguin couple named Sphen and Magic have successfully hatched an egg they were given when the chick’s birth parents were unable to care for it.
Oregon Zoo posted a clip of animals’ routine X-rays and they’re oddly beautiful
Oregon Zoo has released a video of its resident animals receiving X-rays as part of their health examinations… and they’re strangely beautiful to look at.
Train conductor halts traffic and gives chase to rescue lost dog from the tracks
A dog in New Jersey has a quick-thinking train conductor to thank for its rescue after getting lost on the train tracks last weekend.
Law to be reviewed after outrage at Islay wild goat shoot
The Scottish Government is to review the law around animal culling after an American TV presenter sparked outrage bytweeting “sickening” pictures of herself and a companion posing with a wild goat shot on Islay.
How a gif of a pug is helping explain an ancient philosophical theory
We might like to think dogs are wise creatures, but it’s not often our furry friends contribute to philosophical debate – yet one pug is doing just that.
Neighbours build window in garden fence so student can play with their dog
Kind dog-owners in Alberta, Canada came up with an ingenious way to spread some puppy cheer when they built a window in their garden fence.