Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Steve Satushek / The Image Bank via Getty Images Small animals are popular with children and adults for many reasons. They're cute ...

The main problem I see with first-time pets is that the new owner decides that the pet is more of a hassle than they expected. I certainly understand that. Not all of us are interested in spending our ...

Deciding on a pet for your family is a big deal. That goes double when it comes to choosing a pet for kids. If you're considering letting your child have a cute animal to take care of, you want to ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Unorthodox pets seem to be in vogue at the moment as everything from squirrels to raccoons are popping up on ...

Do you often feel that living in an apartment is snatching away the joy of living with adorable companions? Well, animals are ...

When most people think of animal shelters, dogs and cats come to mind. But at many shelters, including Marin Humane, there are lots of other critters looking for their forever homes. One of the more ...

While rescue shelters for dogs and cats can be found in many Oregon cities, there are fewer options for small pets like hamsters, hedgehogs, rats and chinchillas. The Little Critter Crew is working to ...