Katy Stublen

Katy Stublen is a dedicated content creator, writer, and editor who channels her passion for animals into her work for an animal-focused blog. With a lifelong love for creatures of all kinds, she combines her skills in storytelling and research to produce engaging, educational content. An avid animal enthusiast deepening her understanding of their behaviors and needs. Her curiosity and commitment to learning make her a trusted voice in the animal community, as she strives to inspire others to appreciate and advocate for the well-being of all species.

Is This Discovery Proof Atlantis Was Real? Scientist find 8,500-Year-Old Village Emerge From the Deep

September 12, 2025 by Katy Stublen

Ancient ruins beneath the sea tell a story few expected.

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Off the coast of Israel, archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a submerged village that has rested underwater for thousands of years. At first glance, it looks like myth bleeding into reality, a city swallowed by the sea only to rise again in fragments of stone and artifacts.

Dating back around 8,500 years, this discovery at Atlit Yam is one of the most complete prehistoric villages found beneath the Mediterranean. While it doesn’t confirm Plato’s Atlantis, it shows that human settlements really did vanish under rising seas, making the line between myth and history thinner than ever.

Do Dogs Really Know Who’s Nice? New Science Questions the Myth

September 12, 2025 by Katy Stublen

The idea that dogs judge character may not be as simple as we thought.

For years, dog owners have repeated the story that dogs have a sixth sense about people. If your dog growls at someone, it must mean that person is untrustworthy. But new research suggests the truth isn’t so straightforward. Dogs respond to cues, not morals, and what we think of as character judgment might actually be something else entirely.

Scientists studying canine behavior found that dogs make decisions based on body language, tone of voice, and consistency of actions. That means what looks like “knowing who’s nice” may be a reflection of subtle signals humans don’t realize they’re giving off.

Are You Misreading Your Cat? New Study Says You Probably Are in These 10 Alarming Ways

September 12, 2025 by Katy Stublen

What you think is love may actually be stress signals.

Cats might live in our homes, but it doesn’t mean we fully understand them. A new study suggests many owners misinterpret their cats’ behavior, often confusing stress, anxiety, or discomfort for affection or play. That gap in understanding creates misunderstandings that can ripple through the relationship.

The research highlights just how often owners get it wrong, from tail flicks to purring. Misreading these signals can affect a cat’s health and happiness while leaving owners puzzled about why their “sweet” cat suddenly lashes out. The truth is in the details—and the details are often subtle.

47,000 Dogs Studied: Scientists Say They Lost a Skill They May Never Get Back Since Covid

September 12, 2025 by Katy Stublen

A worldwide study uncovered behavioral changes no one expected.

During the pandemic, humans weren’t the only ones forced into isolation. Dogs, too, experienced a world stripped of their usual social cues, busy sidewalks, and everyday strangers. Now, research covering more than 47,000 dogs suggests that this disruption left a permanent mark. Some of the skills dogs once relied on to navigate human society may not return.

Scientists point to changes in how dogs interact with unfamiliar people and new environments. The absence of social exposure during critical development windows left gaps in behavior that can ripple into adulthood. What seems like a small shift could affect how dogs adapt to the world around them for years to come.

Your Cat Knocking Stuff Off the Table? There’s a Reason for That

September 11, 2025 by Katy Stublen

Cats send objects flying because it serves a purpose in their world.

If you’ve ever watched your cat casually swipe a pen, cup, or remote control off the edge of a table, you know the mix of frustration and fascination it creates. It’s easy to think they’re just being mischievous, but science shows there’s more beneath the surface. Knocking things over is not random—it’s instinct layered with curiosity, communication, and sometimes even boredom.

The more you study it, the more it feels like decoding a language without words. Each deliberate tap is tied to behaviors rooted in survival and evolution. By exploring why cats do this, we discover not only what drives them but also how much of their ancient wildness still lives in our living rooms.