The jury is in. (Again.) Pet ownership is good for your health. In fact, there are a bunch of research-proven reasons for adults to own a pet. I’ll get to some of those in just a few moments. But first let’s take a closer look at a new study, published in the journal Microbiome, which focuses on ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:April 12, 2017
UPDATED:December 19, 2016
Help your furry friend have a happy healthy holiday
Merry Christmas! I hope you’re having a wonderful Christmas celebration today with your family and friends. But in all the excitement don’t forget your furry family members. Christmas can be a bit stressful for your pets. And hidden hazards, combined with a curious kitty or a snooping pooch, ... Read More ›
UPDATED:October 12, 2016
Top 10 health benefits of owning a pet
Any pet owner will tell you – pets are simply awesome. There’s nothing like being greeted at the front door with unconditional love when you come home. (Or lovingly ignored, in the case of some cats.) And it’s amazing how quickly you can be nudged out of a bad mood by a nose nuzzle. Our pets ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 11, 2016
How breast cancer research in dogs is helping humans
Pink ribbons don’t just stand for breast cancer awareness for people. Now they’re for pups, too. Dogs with names like Mindy, Gretel, Abigail, Jasmine, Rose and, yes, even Toto. All are (or have been) canine breast-cancer patients at the University of Pennsylvania’s Ryan Veterinary Hospital. ... Read More ›
UPDATED:July 21, 2016
Keep your dog safe during summertime fun
Imagine getting dressed to go outside in the summer heat by putting on a fur coat, fuzzy boots and a hat. Unless you own a hairless terrier or a xoloitzcuintli (yes, there really is a breed of dog with that name!), that’s what your pup “wears” when you take him outside for some fun in the ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 30, 2016
Don’t forget your pets this Fourth of July!
We’re just a weekend away from the most dangerous time of the year for our pets – that’s right, the Fourth of July. And while your typical cat will usually just hide under a bed when the fireworks start, dogs can, and do, make a beeline out the door. In fact, more runaway pups are taken in by ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 29, 2016
5 signs your dog may have an eye problem
Who can resist a pup’s big brown eyes? Unfortunately, he can’t tell you when those eyes are giving him trouble or his vision isn’t as sharp as it should be. But there are ways you can tell if your dog is suffering from an eye problem or injury. Even something as simple as rubbing his face on ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 29, 2016
Aromatherapy for frazzled Fidos
Have you ever considered that your dog may find changes in his normal routine stressful? The hustle and bustle of festivities, house guests, or just changes in his schedule can be more than a little hard on your canine companion's nerves. A very effective way to help your dog combat stress is ... Read More ›
UPDATED:September 27, 2016
8 tips to lower your cholesterol naturally
It's important to recognize that even though cholesterol gets a lot of attention, it's not necessarily the most important factor--or even an especially significant one--in preventing heart disease. Other factors, such as nutritional support and optimizing thyroid function in women, and ... Read More ›
