For many people, pets aren’t just animals — they’re family. Fluffy companions are with us from morning to night, and often through the night too. Sharing a bed with a…

Do you call your furry friend your “baby”? Veterinarians warn that humanizing pets — a form of anthropomorphism — can cause them distress. A team of British zoo psychologists and…

Most dog and cat owners say bringing a four-legged friend into their lives was one of the best decisions they’ve ever made. But a new study questions whether pets actually…

“My pets help me stay healthy, productive, and happy. And I hope I help them be happy and healthy too,” says Jacqueline Boyd, a senior lecturer in animal science at…

A team from the University of Maryland (USA) reported findings that specifically concern older adults. That’s important because cognitive abilities are often most affected by age-related decline. What the Researchers…

Researchers at the University of Michigan found that interacting with pet cats and dogs can help protect older adults from dementia. In a new study, participants who had a pet…

Experts advise thinking twice before feeding your dog breakfast leftovers like scrambled eggs or grilled salmon. “Most of us don’t realize how calorie-dense human food can be for pets,” said…

Researchers warn that holiday treats aren’t suitable for our furry companions because they pack huge numbers of calories. Nearly everyone who has a pet feels compelled to share something from…

A team at Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China, reports that owning a pet can slow cognitive decline in lonely older adults compared with people who don’t have pets. What…

About two-thirds of pet owners share their beds with their animals. But a recent study found parasites on dogs’ skin that can pose real risks to humans — one reason…

Dogs have a unique ability to express their emotions, from wagging their tails to whining and giving that puppy-dog look. Cats, on the other hand, are often known for their…