Hedgehogs have smooth spines on their coat, similar to the bristles of a brush. Unlike rigid porcupine quills, which are sharp, these creatures are more approachable and not dangerous as pets. The ...

Watchers, it may be Monday (and thus, full of suffering), but we can still find ways to enjoy ourselves. Now, we've ...

The stories of how they got into the show ring begin differently, but the results are nearly all the same. African Pygmy goats have addicting appeal. The Sterling family of Alvin was given a Pygmy ...

Do you want a hippopotamus for Christmas? Well, a zoo in Virginia released cute pictures of a new rare hippo just in time for the holidays. A baby pygmy hippopotamus — native to West Africa and with ...

This is Jason, a 2-year-old domestic shorthair who came to the Humane Society of Missouri in early July. Jason is a sweet and cuddly boy who will make a fantastic pet for a lucky owner. To adopt • ...

She really grounded me and gave me something to take care of and focus on again,” Kate Cramer said. “She’s been my companion.

Venus Bontadelli thought she'd left the nanny state behind when she fled California. But her new home of Powell, Wyoming, ...

Miniature goats are increasingly popular as pets, which is no surprise given how adorable and friendly they are. Although these smaller breeds of goats can make great family pets, they can be harder ...