How have you honored the memory of a beloved pet? We asked NPR's audience members to share the creative and loving ways they've coped with the grief of losing an animal companion — and their advice ...

Dear Annie: I grew up never allowed to have pets. I’ve been married almost 30 years to a man who allowed me to have a small inside dog, and he doesn’t mind her so much but hates the two we have ...

Q: I really love my cats. I think some of my friends think I’m weird because I talk about them a lot, but they’re just awesome. Is it messed up to love your pets? A: I am very likely the wrong person ...

Do you love your dog more than people? Psychology and science explain why we seek unconditional love from pets. Learn the benefits and the key signs of when preference becomes problematic.

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. There’s a big difference between people who just own ...