They're not just there for looks. The hairs detect air currents, send prey information and even serve as a measuring device. My friend Dr. Tony Johnson once told me about a woman who called to say she ...

DEAR PET TALK: I am an artist and do a lot of paintings of pets, including cats. I work from photographs and try to be accurate on every detail, including fur patterns, body proportions, shapes of ...

Last week, I told you about a friend of mine who just adopted a kitten that she named Hello. I’m happy to report that it’s been another week, and my friend has managed to keep Hello alive and well ...

Ever consider your dog’s whiskers? Like cats, they all have them. But while all cats have the same number, a dog’s total depends on the breed. As I explored in a previous column, whiskers are an ...