fact or fiction

Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about our pets, like why dogs wag their tails and cats purr.

The Fast Pick Problem
The meet-and-greet lasts about 12 minutes. A volunteer opens the door and brings in 2 dogs. One heads straight for the family, tail moving hard, body loose, climbing halfway into a lap before the adults have even settled into their chairs. Everybody laughs. The kids light up. Somebody says, “Well, I guess we know who picked us.”
By Dr. Mozelle Martinabout 8 hours ago in Petlife
The probabilities of extinction were rejected by shell-cracking turtles.
According to a recent study, turtles with jaws powerful enough to break open clams and snails had a much higher chance of surviving the asteroid strike that wiped out the dinosaurs.
By Francis Damia day ago in Petlife
Save Capron Zoo Before It’s Too Late
Some places quietly become part of who we are. They’re not always world-famous landmarks or sprawling tourist destinations. Instead, they’re places woven into everyday life–the ones where kids press their faces against exhibit glass in wonder, where families stroll on warm afternoons, and where generations share simple moments.
By Jenna Deedy6 days ago in Petlife
Why Does My Cat Bite Me? 8 Reasons and Fixes
A cat bite can feel like a plot twist. One moment, you’re peacefully petting your cat… the next, snap—tiny teeth, sharp message, no explanation. It’s confusing, sometimes painful, and often taken personally.
By Algieba7 days ago in Petlife
Orange Cat Personality: Why They're So Weird (And Lovable)
Orange cats don’t just exist. They arrive—like a burst of sunlight that knocked over a glass of water on the way in. If you’ve ever lived with one, you already know: something about them feels different. They’re louder, bolder, occasionally baffling, and often so affectionate it borders on theatrical. The internet has crowned them with a reputation—lovably chaotic, slightly unhinged, and endlessly entertaining.
By Algieba7 days ago in Petlife
Three Days, Three Weeks, Three Months:
The Myth of Immediate Gratitude Every year, millions of rescued dogs are returned to shelters within weeks of adoption. The reason cited most often? “He changed.”
By Dr. Mozelle Martin17 days ago in Petlife
Read a Shelter Dog in 15 Minutes
The volunteer leads the dog out to the yard. The sun is warm, grass underfoot. Within 15 minutes you see something different than the kennel.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin25 days ago in Petlife
I Found a Wallet That Changed My Life
It was an ordinary morning, the kind that begins like every other day. I was walking down a busy street on my way to work, thinking about bills, deadlines, and the same routine that never seemed to change.
By Imran Ali Shah25 days ago in Petlife
30 Days in a Shelter
By day 3, the barking changes. The first 48 hours are chaos. Intake processing. New smells. Metallic doors slamming. By day 3, some dogs bark constantly. Others stop almost entirely. One paces the kennel line until the pads on his feet redden. Another stands motionless, eyes half-lidded, ignoring visitors.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin28 days ago in Petlife
Dogs that are overweight have much higher ocular pressure.
According to a recent study, dogs that are overweight have far higher ocular pressure than dogs that are thin. This disparity brings normally healthy animals closer to levels that have long been associated with diseases that compromise vision.
By Francis Damiabout a month ago in Petlife
Iran's Stray Dogs
Stray dogs on the edge of a city are the visible part of a hidden system. You can usually trace that system with boring inputs: food access, abandonment pressure, veterinary reach, and the incentives created by enforcement. When those inputs are misaligned, dogs become the output. People then argue about the dogs instead of the machinery that keeps generating them.
By Dr. Mozelle Martinabout a month ago in Petlife
Stop Chewing! A Simple Guide to Stopping Destructive Dog Behavior
If you’ve ever walked into your living room only to discover tiny white snowflakes from your couch cushions scattered across the floor, or your favorite pair of shoes transformed into a rough chew toy, you’re not alone. Chewing is one of the most common (and craziest) behaviors dog owners face. But here’s the good news: Destructive chewing isn’t a permanent habit. With a little patience, the right tools, and a good understanding of why your dog is chewing, you can stop the good behavior.
By Paw Planet 2 months ago in Petlife