Research shows that living with pets is linked to better health. Experts at HABRI explain how pet ownership supports heart ...

Dr. David Ward grew up in rural Oregon. He was lucky enough to count dogs and cats among the family pets — along with cows, ...

HOURS ON THE PHONE, FIVE ON YOUR MENTAL HEALTH. NOW MANAGING YOUR STRESS ABOUT STRAY ANIMALS. WE KNOW THE NUMBER OF HOMELESS DOGS AND CATS THAT’S INCREASING AT OUR LOCAL SHELTERS, BUT IF YOU CAN’T ...

Who loves you? Your furry, scaled, feathered, or finned friend does, and that font of unconditional love is just one of the ...

Quick and easy. Get matched with a Pet Insurance partner. For people needing mental health support, emotional support animals (ESAs) can play a pivotal role. Animals have an extraordinary capacity for ...

If you asked most pet owners, “Does having a pet impact your mental health?” you’d likely hear a resounding “Yes!” A 2023 survey found that the vast majority (86%) of pet owners believe their pets ...

Jun. 9—(Family Features) Like humans, four-legged family members need love and care. However, the relationship is not one-sided. In addition to joy and unconditional love, pets can also help their ...

The bond between humans and animals has deep roots, and scientific evidence is increasingly demonstrating the profound positive impact that pets can have on our mental health. Beyond the simple joy of ...

Have you ever thought about fostering? It’s an important part of the pet ownership process that area shelters want people to consider. With a similar concept to fostering human children, pet fostering ...

A lot of people think of pet sitting as a simple side hustle for extra cash. But the benefits of looking after animals go beyond money. Taking care of pets as a sitter can lead to better physical and ...