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Animals and Healing

Animals have developed some pretty incredible methods for healing themselves. Think about lizards and starfish, these animals can regrow their entire limbs! That’s a pretty extreme example of animal healing, but in what ways can animals help humans to heal? Humans get sick and injured all the time, just like other animals, both physically and … Continue reading "Animals and Healing"

Animals That Lay Eggs In Dirt

Many animals birth their youth by laying eggs in the dirt and allowing their young to incubate before hatching into their new lives! Crocodiles, snakes, turtles, and platypuses are examples of animals that do so, and they all have unique characteristics and habits of their birthing process. Platypus are one of only two mammals who … Continue reading "Animals That Lay Eggs In Dirt"

Animals That Live In Dirt

Dirt! It’s underneath our feet, supports our living ecosystem, helps us grow tasty fruits and vegetables, and is the home to thousands of different species. Around 25% of Earth’s creatures use soil as their habitat, from Worms, Ants, Bees, Termites, Moles, Gophers, Armadillos, and Groundhogs. Animals that dig or live primarily underground are characterized as … Continue reading "Animals That Live In Dirt"

Animals’ Contributions to Their Ecosystems

All animals have vital roles in their ecosystems and their presence helps maintain the delicate balance required for ecosystems to thrive.  An ecosystem, in its simplest form, is a community of living things and nonliving things that rely on each other for functions that help the others survive.  Each animal, plant, and organism relies on … Continue reading "Animals’ Contributions to Their Ecosystems"

Benefits of Fostering Animals and What to Know Beforehand

It is estimated that 7.6 million animals enter American shelters each year. Shelters regularly run out of space and/or have animals who are unable to adapt to a kennel environment. Because of this, they often rely on foster organizations to take these animals and search for people willing to adopt them. Fostering is important because … Continue reading "Benefits of Fostering Animals and What to

Can Animals Predict Earthquakes and Natural Disasters?

Many stories exist of animals, including household pets, acting strangely before a big environmental event, such as an earthquake.  For example, there have been reports of dogs in India barking wildly and running through the streets immediately before a large earthquake was felt in the Gujarat region.  Other reports stated that the night and day … Continue reading "Can Animals Predict Earthquakes and Natural Disasters?"

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Creature Feature News

Creature Feature is a weekly, conversational, news bulletin about animals in the news. Entertaining, punny, informative and animal-tastic material will be delivered right here every week.  Each week Creature Feature is posted on Fanimal’s social media accounts as well!  Follow us using the buttons at the bottom of this page.

Cruelty Free Cleaning

December 2018 Kid Crafts

December 2018 Recipes

DIY Cat Toys!

Anyone with feline friends knows they can be adventurous in their pursuit of fun around the home. Their playful nature is evident when you get a package delivered or leave a grocery bag out after shopping, they like to explore and play with it.Cat toys promote exercise and mental stimulation; cats can burn a lot … Continue reading "DIY Cat Toys!"

Fanimal’s Favorite Dog & Cat Treat Recipes

Fanimal’s Favorite Pollinator Plants

If you or someone you know has recently noticed that your garden is not as lively or populated with pollinators such as bees, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds and bats, you are not alone! In recent years due to habitat loss from pesticides, unhealthy soil, and animals, pollinators have been unfortunately dwindling in population. Pollination and pollinators … Continue reading "Fanimal’s Favorite Pollinator Plants"

Farm Sanctuaries & Volunteerism

It’s hard not to be a romantic when imagining the American farm-scape; idyllic green pastures filled with calmly grazing livestock and bright red barns dotting the rolling hills. The sad reality, however, is our farm industry departed from this picturesque nature decades ago and is now dominated by machines and crowded warehouses of cages. “Factory … Continue reading "Farm Sanctuaries & Volunteerism"

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How Animals Take Baths

Animals bathe in unique and sometimes odd ways to keep themselves clean. Unlike humans, most animals do not require water for bathing, while some do not have to bathe at all. Some animals – like birds and elephants are well known for their cleaning behaviors. Ever wonder how rodents, rhinos, and tigers bathe too? Read … Continue reading "How Animals Take Baths"

How to Bring Joy to Animal Shelters

Animal shelters do a lot for animals. They help bring joy to animals’ lives by finding forever homes, which also brings joy to the lucky owner!  With over 6.5 million animals that enter shelters every year, most shelters do not have enough space or resources to meet the needs of so many animals. However, community … Continue reading "How to Bring Joy to Animal Shelters"

June 2018 Kid Crafts

Man’s Best Friend

Dogs and humans have been connected for thousands of years. Our pups seem to understand us in a very unique and personal way. They can sense whether we’re happy or sad, and provide us emotional and even physical support. A Brief History The history of our furry friends dates back to before humans even began … Continue reading "Man’s Best Friend"

Nine Happiest Videos From Animal Organizations

The Dodo The Dodo is an organization created by animal minded individuals that wants to empower people about animal news and want to empower people to help animals. Their ultimate goal is to encourage people to care more about animals through entertainment and social media. See how this dog enjoys doing yoga with his owner! … Continue reading "Nine Happiest Videos From Animal Organizations"

November 2018 Kid Crafts

November 2018 Recipes

October 2018 Kid Crafts

Owls and the Importance of Predatory Birds

Photo: Barred Owl, Roanoke River, Williamston NC. Photo by Clay Barber Owls are fascinating creatures. They are beautiful birds with big eyes that make iconic hooting sounds, but they are, above all, incredible hunters. Because of this they have large impacts on the ecosystems in which they live, but their position near the top of … Continue reading "Owls and the Importance of Predatory Birds"

Pests on your Pets No More: Natural Home Remedies for Fleas and Ticks

Any pet owner knows the awful feeling you experience when finding an unwanted pest on your furbaby. Keeping your pet free from ticks and fleas is not always an easy task. With so many medications, shampoos, collars, and other chemicals available; it can prove difficult to choose what is most effective, economic, and safe for … Continue reading "Pests on your Pets No More: Natural

The Dark Problem of Light Pollution

Light pollution is the result of using artificial lighting during the night, illuminating our environment after the sun sets. Street lights, light coming from the inside buildings, flood lights on homes, parking lots or stadiums, LED billboards or signs, car lights, and lights on communications towers are all major contributors to light pollution.    Thanks … Continue reading "The Dark Problem of Light Pollution"

The Joy of Companion Animals

Animals’ impact on our everyday lives is well documented. For some people, pets encourage exercise, help us feel less lonely, put us in a better mood, and feel more satisfied with life. How pets bring joy to everyday life is a key ‘byproduct’ of  the bonds made between humans and animals. This bond is mutually … Continue reading "The Joy of Companion Animals"

The Women Fighting for the Voiceless

In all parts of the world, women are  being the voice for those that don’t have one. Animals are being poached and trafficked on a daily basis throughout the world; in this article we will primarily focus on Africa. Animals are a critical part of ecosystems and the loss of any species can affect the … Continue reading "The Women Fighting for the Voiceless"