Animal-welfare science tries to get inside the minds of a huge range of species — in order to help improve their lives. Credit...Photo Illustration by Zachary Scott Supported by By Bill Wasik and ...

Animals can be born with genetic or developmental issues that make it hard for them to live normal lives. They also can develop mental health problems in response to conditions around them. When you ...

Hibernation is a survival strategy animals use when food is scarce, especially during winter. All animals need energy to stay alive, but when cold weather makes food hard to find, some animals slow ...