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It doesn't matter if you're a cat person, a dog person, or even an iguana person. Having a furry—or scaly—friend can help you beat depression, soothe anxiety, and even help you get more exercise. Some breeds are better than others, especially for people with allergies. Here you'll find out why a pet can be good for your health, which type of pet may be best for you, and how pets have helped others heal.

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America's Healthiest Pets: 3 Pets to Avoid

Even though wild animals can be really cute, they can carry health risks and are better left in the great outdoors.
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1 in 3 Smokers Would Kick Habit to Protect Pet

Pet owners will often go to any length to protect the health of their furry and feathered friends. Now a new survey suggests that one in three smokers would consider kicking the habit after learning that smoking poses a danger to pets.
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Dogs Sniff Out Clues in the Fight Against Cancer

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Sure, they’re a little furry, but but these canine lab assistants may one day make it possible to detect cancers early enough to keep them from becoming fatal.
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My Dog Helped Me Heal

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Animals know. They know when you are happy, and they know when you are sad. They know when you are ill and when you are well. While I was going through my experience with breast cancer, my dog Lucy stayed at my side.
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The Most Toxic Places in Your Home: Your Cat's Litter Box

What’s in kitty’s box: It could be chemicals that affect lungs and may cause cancer.
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What to Do If You're Allergic to Your Pet

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If you could snap your fingers and make your allergies disappear, you’d probably do it in a second. But what if your pet is the cause of your watery eyes, sneezing, and runny nose? Suddenly that oh-so-simple decision becomes a much tougher call.
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