The word "tarantula" is not commonly used in our everyday language. Yet, everyone immediately knows what it means: a large, hairy spider. Today, people might be more inclined to say "bird spider." But ...

NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines – What started as a modest pet festival inside a shopping mall in Bacolod was, on the surface, a family-friendly campaign: promote rabies awareness, champion responsible ...

As of April 5, Camille Saunders's juvenile curly hair tarantula needed a permit ... species with a printout saying they were required to register their pets with the government.

As of April 5, Camille Saunders's juvenile curly hair tarantula ... but if the pet is re-homed, the new owner would need to apply again. The government website states that even if a restricted species ...

Some people say dogs eat grass when they are nauseous to throw up. Others say it's because the dogs are hungry or bored. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. According to PetMD ...

Like all nonnative reptile species, green iguanas aren't protected in Florida except by anti-cruelty law and can be humanely ...

They're popular as pets, and some owners say they ... According to biologists, basilisks eat insects likes grasshoppers and spiders, worms and the occasional eat fallen fruit.

Remove the seeds and rind before cutting it into small pieces. Bananas are safe for cats to eat, though they should only be offered as an occasional treat due to their higher sugar content. Bananas ...

Monitor lizards are found across much of Africa and Asia and include giants like the Komodo dragon. But what do monitor ...