What are the best dog breeds for first-time owners?

No breed guarantees an easy dog: individual temperament, upbringing and training matter as much as genes. Still, some breeds are generally more forgiving for people learning the ropes: friendly, eager to please, adaptable and not extreme in energy or grooming needs. Breeds often recommended for beginners Labrador Retriever Friendly, trainable and good with families. Needs … Read more

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? (A funny but scientific answer)

The short answer: the egg. And it is not even close. Eggs are far older than chickens Animals were laying eggs long before any bird existed. Fish and amphibians lay eggs, and the hard-shelled amniotic egg, which let animals reproduce away from water, appeared more than 300 million years ago. Dinosaurs laid eggs. Chickens arrived … Read more