pets today are treated like family. They've their own beds, clothes, birthday celebration and even social media accounts. While this shows affection and care, an important question arises are we ...

The connection between people and their pets runs deep—often far beyond a simple companionship. To many, pets aren’t “just animals”; they’re cherished family members. Yet one of the most overlooked ...

As we approach the holidays, it is easy to get caught up in the fast-paced and increasingly digital world around us. I am honored to be reminded of what matters through the eyes and touch of my animal ...

Once upon a time, pets were companions who shared our homes but lived by their own instincts. Today, they share our beds, our wardrobes, our birthdays, and sometimes even our anxieties. The language ...

Pet-Keeping and “The Caregiver Burden” There are hundreds of studies on the benefits of living with pets. But only recently have researchers examined the burdens of loving animals with serious ...

Cold nights hit differently when you're outside. Whether it's camping season, a weekend road trip, or a chilly cabin stay, pet parents who love the outdoors know that dogs feel temperature changes ...

Why do some people love pets while others want nothing to do with our four-legged friends? Genes play a role in pet ownership. (See Do Our Genes Really Influence Our Relationships with Pets?) But how ...