Cognitive studies on non-human animals have historically focused on species of rodents, marine mammals, primates, and even dogs. Today, more and more research has emerged exploring the intelligence of ...

Guinea pigs are one of the world’s most popular household pets. Their sweet, docile natures and affectionate personalities make them a firm favorite among all ages. If you’re wondering how to take ...

Learn how pigs spread across Pacific islands, what their DNA reveals about ancient human journeys, and why their legacy still ...

As a guinea pig owner, you’ll observe many behaviors in these animals that may initially seem odd. For instance, when they suddenly leap into the air—a behavior known as ‘popcorning’—it’s not because ...

Domestic pigs can be cute, but invasive wild pigs - also known as feral swine - are another matter entirely. First brought to the U.S. by early European settlers, wild pigs have earned a reputation ...

The post-weaning environment in commercial pig nursery buildings is typically devoid of both the sow and her semiochemicals. Among other factors, the loss of maternal odors may contribute to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sara Tabin is a science contributor writing about animals. This article is more than 5 years old. Dogs have long been deemed ...

A new study investigates how the success of a wild pig invasion may be dependent on how they use their surrounding food resources, and how when it comes to agriculture, the pigs continue their ...

Domestic pigs can be cute, but invasive wild pigs – also known as feral swine – are another matter entirely. First brought to the U.S. by early European settlers, wild pigs have earned a reputation ...