Bird species from Australia Keeping and caring for diamond doves as pets
Diamond doves are very small birds that can be kept as pets. However, they also have special requirements to feel comfortable in human care.
Louisa Stoeffler
Editor
Louisa Stoeffler is an editor with a passion for writing about animal topics. Since early childhood, guinea pigs, rabbits, canaries and budgies have accompanied her throughout her life. However, cats are particularly close to her heart, with whom she has been regularly involved as a cat sitter since 2016. Her path to PETBOOK has taken her through many stations, including projects for Brigitte.de, Leben-und-Erziehen.de and t-online. In her free time, she enjoys reading books featuring dragons, climbing mountains and discovering new places.
PETBOOK's cat gave it a try Matatabi sticks - we test the alternative for catnip
Cat toys with Matatabi are a trend in the pet industry. PETBOOK editor Louisa Stoeffler and her cat put it to the test.
Parallel evolution Studies unlock the mystery behind colorful bird feathers
The color of parrot feathers is created in a special way, as studies show. However, the process does not appear to be as unique as expected.
Cat sitter reports These 11 cat breeds particularly like to cuddle
Many cat breeds are known for their love of cuddling. A cat sitter tells us which 11 breeds particularly like to cuddle.
15 years in development Novel vaccination sterilizes dogs for a year - will it soon be in Germany, too?
A new type of vaccination sterilizes dogs for a year could, making surgery superfluous. It would thus be a revolution in veterinary medicine.
Common error How long can you leave your cat alone?
It's easier to leave a cat alone than a dog. However, how long depends entirely on the animal. PETBOOK explains what you should be aware of.
Study shows Cats learn new words faster than toddlers
Dogs are actually considered to be more gifted with language. A study from Japan now shows that cats also learn new words very quickly.
Looks like mandalas This fish creates works of art to attract females
Mandalas often appear in the sea sand off Japan. Today, scientists know who is responsible for this: the artist pufferfish.
Fat Bear Week Alaska "Fattest bear" wins bizarre competition once more
The world's fattest bear is crowned during "Fat Bear Week". Bear Grazer had a personal score to settle with a bear this time.
Study shows Dogs understand slow speech better than fast speech
Many dogs understand some human words - according to a new study dogs understand slow speech all the better.
A bizarre case Ruling on cloned giant sheep in the USA
A man in Montana has bred giant, hybrid cloned sheep. The bizarre reason for the illegal import of wild animals and the experiments.
Study shows How shrews increase their heart rate to 1020 per minute
Shrews have one of the fastest heartbeats in the animal kingdom. A study has now discovered how shrews get the heart rate up.
Hariotta avia Ghostly new shark species discovered in the deep sea
Less is known about the deep sea than about the moon. A newly discovered species of ghost shark is also very mysterious.
Nerve disease? What is known about incurable rolling skin syndrome in cats
Some cats suffer from a so-called rolling skin syndrome. This is an unclear disease that also puzzles vets.
Study by Humboldt University Dogs can positively influence our perception of pain
A German study shows that dogs can positively influence people's perception of pain, even more than help and support from friends and family.
Study proves Paw preference of dogs depends on the owner
Dogs also have a dominant paw. A study has now shown that paw preference in dogs depends on that of their owners.
Tradition Why Icelanders are throwing puffins off cliffs
In Iceland, there is a tradition of throwing puffins off cliffs. However, this is done for a good reason. Read why on PETBOOK.
Great Britain No dog for Downing Street! Chief mouser Larry has to share residence with more cats
Premier cat Larry is a real celebrity in the United Kingdom. Under Premier Starmer, he now has to share his territory.