Rob Gierka and Karen Duke explain why this dated, insensitive dismissal ignores the power of human-animal bonds and how animals are vital to our physical and spiritual well-being.

Humans around the world form deep and varied relationships with other animals—connections that shape daily life, emotional well-being, and resilience. In his acclaimed book Unleashing the Bond: ...

Some polar bears have been known to have partners of the same sex. Every other Friday, the Outside/In team answers a listener question about the natural world. This week's question comes from Monica ...

A symbiotic relationship is a long-term interaction between animal species that is beneficial for one or both animals. There are different forms: It’s mutualism we’ll mostly look at today. Two types ...

Humans are the most intelligent creatures on this planet but despite this there are plenty of other creatures that are also extremely intelligent. There are animals that can work together, use tools ...