Wildlife parks are home to some of the most adorable animals. Many can't live in the wild, but their mere presence raises awareness for their species. From large cats to cuddly bear cubs, they all ...

A quiet morning at a wildlife centre gained colour today, as a small crowd gathered for a celebration built around one remarkable hippo and her unlikely milestone. Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest ...

Hannah Shirley, a pygmy hippopotamus at the San Diego Humane Society, has become the world's oldest known pygmy hippo at 52 years old, far surpassing the typical lifespan. Her remarkable longevity is ...

Those tiny, fluffy dogs walking down the street may look cute but beware — they probably have some wolf in them. That is the discovery announced on Monday by U.S. scientists, who were surprised to ...

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Hannah Shirley—the world’s oldest living pygmy hippopotamus in managed care—has celebrated her 52 nd birthday in style this with week with a very appropriately themed party. Born on November 22, 1973, ...

Dog has long been called man’s best friend. It is an assessment that is often based on the dog’s behavior: its loyalty, love, and eagerness to please. Pet owners like Sharon Reid of Grand Rapids, ...

The Milwaukee County Zoo's new home for its rhinos and hippo opens to the public Dec. 9. The Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center is designed to bring the public "closer than ever" to the zoo's ...

Both the Czechoslovakian wolfdog and the chihuahua have some recent wolf DNA, a new study suggests. cynoclub via Getty Images If you’ve ever joked that your lap dog was ferocious or your furry friend ...

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