ANIMALS

There's more to polar bears than their cuddly looks. Here are 25 facts you should know about them.

Catnip is good for tripping out, but there's actually another tangible benefit for cats that doesn't involve a recreational high.

Great Danes are known for casting a shadow over most other dogs—and small children. Learn more about what makes this colossal canine tick.

Reverse-sneezing in dogs may look scary, but it's not a cause for alarm.

Fibonacci developed his theory based on rabbit population growth, but you'll find the golden ratio in everything from flowers to outer space.

You might think your cat puts toys in his water bowl just to be a jerk. We can’t exactly prove that wrong—but there might be another explanation.

These dogs can either be fierce guard dogs or cuddly companions.

No summer evening is complete without watching fireflies. Here are some fun facts about lightning bugs—which are technically beetles, not bugs.

We’re all familiar with the phrase “raining cats and dogs,” but what about fish and frogs and raw meat?

What these creatures lack in size they make up for in ability to kill—or at least make you wish you were dead.

Voyeuristic scientists discovered a “golden” rule when it comes to how—and for how long—animals urinate.

The well-mannered, fun-loving dogs are a hit with children and adults alike.