“Flea bites often result in small, red bumps, with a ‘halo’ around the bite center,” says Jim Fredericks, Ph.D., a ...

Besides dryer lint, don’t be tempted to put out yarn or human hair as nesting materials. Birds, especially young chicks, can ...

Dogs can have seasonal allergies, too. Dr. Laura Owens from Airpark Animal Hospital shares her advice for pet owners to keep ...

When the summer months come, most of us think about beach days, cookouts, and long walks with our dogs. But for a lot of pups ...

Still, plenty of men ask: Do women like beards? The short answer: It depends on the woman, the man, and the style.

“People considering adopting a rescued stray or street dog should bear this in mind,” advises Dr. MacMillan. “These dogs are ...

Indeed, one 2013 study published in Evolution & Human Behavior found ... of ectoparasites (like fleas) might also be less fond of beards, worrying that facial hair could harbor pests.

But people should not be tempted to leave fluffy materials around as potential nest ingredients. They could harm the birds.