Why Female Dogs Are Called “B*tches”—And How the Word Became an Insult to Women
How did the word for a female dog become a derogatory word for women? We explain.
How did the word for a female dog become a derogatory word for women? We explain.
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Some scientific evidence has shown that dogs exhibit calmer behavior while listening to soothing music.
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Your Valentine this year could be a shelter dog in need of a home.
See if you can spot the names of these common (and not so common) terms for animal apprehension.
The ultrasonic training instruments are easy to use. But there’s a dark history behind their inventor—and their initial purpose.
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Fido’s fascination stems from a unique mix of instinct and happenstance.
If you dread wrangling your pet into their winter booties, a swab of petroleum jelly can protect their paws from snow, ice, and salt in a pinch.
The answer varies based on your pet‘s coat, activity, and skin type.
The yodeling working dog can now vie for Best in Show honors.
When Brooke Comer received a Ring notification at 2:30 a.m., she didn’t expect to see her lost dog.
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Content about maps, fascinating facts about everyday objects, language, and dogs was a hit among Mental Floss readers this year.
According to viral videos on TikTok and Instagram, pet dogs are expressing their demands using button boards instead of barking. But is the communication legit?
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Pets are a welcome part of the holidays, but a little care is needed to make sure they don't have problems with your decorations.
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