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Study Reveals One-Third of Pet Parents Doesn’t Protect Their Pets Fr

When asked about treating fleas and ticks in their pets, more than one-third of pet owners said that they don't protect their furbabies from insect bites.

Dogs Could Be Causing a Flu Pandemic Among Humans

A recent study by the American Society for Microbiology proposes that dogs could be a potential reservoir for a future influenza pandemic.

Study: Having a Dog Makes You More Attractive

Research indicates that people with dogs appeared much more attractive to potential partners, who also viewed them as caring and responsible.

Study Reveals Millennials Have a Special Relationship With Their Pets

Millennials will not be known just as the generation that embraced the digital era, but as the first generation that embraces pets as family members.

New Hope for Children With Epilepsy Thanks to Miniature Dachshunds

A collaboration between miniature wirehaired dachshunds and scientists has advanced research into a rare and deadly form of epilepsy in children and dogs.

It’s True! Cats Really Are Secret Geniuses, According to Science

Cat people rejoice! We always suspected it was true, now a new study has proven us right — cats have super-secret skills as physicists.

Study: Happy Pet Thoughts Help Soothe Social Rejection

A recent study asked participants to think of a stressful moment in their lives. They were then shown pictures of pets, and results found most felt better.

Study: Pets Provide Benefits for Homeless Youth

Being a teen on the streets is unimaginably hard, but having a pet by your side makes it more bearable, according to findings from a new Canadian study.

Study: What Factors Are Involved When Re-Homing A Family Pet?

The decisions as to re-homing a pet are numerous. The ASPCA has released its research behind the most common reasons why people surrender pets.

Study: Pets Help Lower The Risk Of Childhood Asthma

Pets are the best medicine, and Swedish science backs that claim up! Researchers say the dogs can lower the risk of asthma in children.

Research Shows That Kids Are Closer To Pets Than Siblings

Who needs sibling rivalry when you’ve got a dog? A new study says that kids would rather hang out with their furry siblings than the human variety. The…

Study Shows Pet Parents And Pooches Are Lovin’ Fast Food Restaurants

If you’re a pet parent, chances are you’re super sizing that Happy Meal drive-thru order and sharing it with your dog. I love to share, and I con…

Pucker Up: Your Dog’s Kisses Could Prevent Allergies

There’s nothing like kisses from your dog – and now, researchers are out to prove that all those licks are good for our health! Remember that sce…

Amazing Rescue Dog Can Sniff Out Cancer In Humans

The nose knows! Frankie’s strong sniffer can detect cancer, making him a doctor’s best friend. We all know how our dogs are immediately on hand n…

Researchers Say DNA Testing In Pedigree Dogs Not Enough

Research out of the UK shows that a single genetic test may not be enough to improve the health of pedigree dog breed lines. For Harry Potter fans, we know i…

Take A Close Look – Study Shows That Dogs Look Like Their Owners

Scientists have finally uncovered just what it is that makes dogs look like their owners. Turns out, it’s all in the eyes. Sadahiko Nakajima, a psychol…