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How to Keep Killer Whales Innovated Through Creativity
On September 20th, 2022, the peer-reviewed journal, Animal Cognition, published a study on how killer whales and apex predatory mammals get creative in their oceanic habitats. The study was part of an ongoing collaboration between Dr. Heather Manitzas Hill at St. Mary’s University, MarineLand France, SeaWorld San Antonio, and the Dolphin Communication Project. The study, previously done with bottlenose dolphins, allowed the researchers to ask the animals to do new behaviors of their own choosing as a form of enriching exercise for the animals that enable them to think creatively (Heather Manitzas Hill et al. Anim Cogn. 2022)
Jenna DeedyPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeBilly the Rooster
It's a love story that I want to share. It's too sweet to not be told. He is suave, cool, and a real Romeo and I can see why the chicks love him. By his strut, I can tell he knows it. I watch him while he's watching me. We have that eye contact thing going on. Every now and then he gives me that one-eyed side look as he pumps out his chest. That look that all chicks just love.
Paula CushmanPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeLet's go Stumbling
I had grace, I had balance, like a gazelle I could run across a four-lane highway in high heels .... but now .. I can't even make it across the barnyard without an accident. I have stumbled, slipped, slid and slammed myself into the ground. Judging by my bruises I have beat myself up real good. I show myself no mercy.
Paula CushmanPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeZoos and Aquariums Gather To Help Florida Zoos and Aquariums After Hurricane Ian
On September 28th, 2022, Hurricane Ian strengthened into a high-end Category 4 hurricane after restrengthening over the southeastern Gulf of Mexico. It progressed towards the western coast of Florida, making landfall on Cayo Costa Island. The storm would kill 137 people and cause over $50 billion in damages, with Fort Myers Beach and Naples taking the bigger beatings while Sanibel Island and Pine Island saw additional damages caused by storm surges and severe flooding.
Jenna DeedyPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeSarge My Beautiful Boy
I saw this challenge days ago and my instinct was to shut my laptop, let the sadness fester for weeks, and return to it, at a later date. Well, the later date is now and I have two hours to deadline. Procrastination, one of my greatest features. This one has lived up to the word "challenge" as this may be the most difficult and beautiful article I have ever had to write.
Jamie LeFebvrePublished 2 years ago in PetlifeCleo
We don't deserve dogs. This is a universal fact. They are loyal, funny, quirky and are endlessly comforting. And yes, occasionally frustrating. Especially when they pee on the couch. Or chew on the expensive running shoes you finally bought yourself (that was a dark day).
Cassandra Colley-CousePublished 2 years ago in PetlifeThe Dog that Saved my Life
The day my dog, Denali, saved my life is definitely my fondest memory of her. She is my unofficial service animal and I highly recommend you get one of your own. You never know when their unconditional love, dedication, and steadfast companionship will come in handy. Dogs are known for saving the lives of humans for many years running. They can even be trained to do so in a number of ways. The course of action she took to rescue me would probably be considered a non-traditional method, with no training required.
Meeting Denali
I remember the first time I met my best friend in life and I will cherish that memory forever. I walked into her previous owner’s home and she barked at me timidly, then circled around my person, growling. Her owner, Matthew, said, “Denali, it’s o.k. girl!” Obediently, with her tail between her legs, she walked to the corner of the room and laid down, watching my every move. The humans talked for a while as she laid there in her safe place, watching me, sizing up my intentions within this house.
My rabbit Flora
When i was young, my parents often took my younger brother and I on road trips to different cities in our country, in order to teach us of the stories, legends and history of our culture.
Doomsday Proofing Your Pet
Our pets are like our family. We often refer to them as our best friends, with some even looking at them like fur babies. 67% or 85 million households have at least one pet living there. 53% or 63.4 million homes own dogs, making them America’s favorite pet, with cats coming in second with 35.7 million homes. Pets these days are not just limited to dogs and cats. They come in an array of creatures, from bugs to miniature horses. During and after disasters, pets rely on us more than ever to take care of them. These can be very stressful times that require extra care and attention. Making a Pet Care kit is a great way to do just that.
M.L. LewisPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeBennett & Riley vs. the World
Goofball. That is the first word that comes to mind when I think of my 24/7 companion, my four-legged best friend, my fluffy ray of sunshine: Bennett.
Riley ForestPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeHow a Dog's Stars Changed
Woof! Amazing. I barked straight into your head then. You know what that makes you, don't you? "Barking." Ha ha ha!
Caroline JanePublished 2 years ago in Petlife