A phobia is an irrational, exaggerated fear of something. An instinct is a natural or inborn impulse or tendency. And yes, dogs do have phobias... Read More >> Some horses can be so fearful of water, they may even refuse to cross a small puddle. And no amount of encouragement or coaxing by you will change a horse's mind... Read More >> Cats, like most animals, tend to protect themselves by trying to hide illness. And since our languages are different, they can't tell us where it hurts... Read More >> Most reptiles are active predators. Lizards hunt mainly insects. Snakes target prey such as rodents and birds. Some snakes subdue their victims with venom. Crocodiles prey on creatures as large as wildebeest... Read More >> Extinction is part of the natural order. As long as plants and animals have existed on earth, species have become extinct and replaced by others. For this reason, it is not obvious to everyone why we should spend resources and money trying to save endangered species... Read More >> As with all animals, ferrets speak volumes with their bodies as well as their voices. Learning to read your ferret's language makes for a happier, closer relationship... Read More >> It's very important to keep your bird's water fresh and clean. Most birds won't drink the water in their dish if it is dirty. Birds who stop drinking their water are at risk for dehydration... Read More >>