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5 Health Benefits of Having a Pet

5 Health Benefits of Having a Pet

Our pets definitely bring us joy—and experts think they also do so much more.

Michigan Woman Brings Miniature Horse on Plane as Her Service Animal: 'He Is So Bonded with Me'

Michigan Woman Brings Miniature Horse on Plane as Her Service Animal: 'He Is So Bonded with Me'

Freckle Butt Fred the miniature horse recently embarked on his first flight with trainer Ronica Froese

Coronavirus Fears Have People Buying Their Dogs Face Masks—But Can They Even Contract the Virus?

Coronavirus Fears Have People Buying Their Dogs Face Masks—But Can They Even Contract the Virus?

Cute? Yes. Helpful? Not so much.

4 Tips for Caring for a New Puppy

4 Tips for Caring for a New Puppy

The early days with your new doggie are important—here’s how to get it right.

Adorable German Shepherd with Dwarfism Will Stay Puppy-Sized Forever

Adorable German Shepherd with Dwarfism Will Stay Puppy-Sized Forever

The pet's owner said he "loves jumping around and playing with his ball and squeaky toys"

4 Holiday Hazards for Pets

4 Holiday Hazards for Pets

Parties, decorations, indulgent foods—there are so many more ways for your furry friend to get in trouble this time of year. Here’s how to fend off potential problems.

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Running With Your Dog: 17 Dos and Don'ts

Running With Your Dog: 17 Dos and Don'ts

Health, safety, and behavioral tips for logging miles with your four-legged fitness partner.

15 Best Dog Breeds for Active People

15 Best Dog Breeds for Active People

These canines provide lots of love and workout motivation

14 Surprising Pet Poisoning Dangers

14 Surprising Pet Poisoning Dangers

13 Fun Ways to Work Out With Your Dog

13 Fun Ways to Work Out With Your Dog

Should You Leave the TV or Radio on for Your Pets?

Should You Leave the TV or Radio on for Your Pets?

12 Ways Pets Improve Your Health

12 Ways Pets Improve Your Health

Dog Learning to Talk By Using a Custom Soundboard to Speak: 'I'm in Constant Amazement'

Stella the dog's owner, a speech-language pathologist, says the canine already knows 29 words and can form phrases.

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Science Says Being a Cat Lady Is Good for Your Health

Science Says Being a Cat Lady Is Good for Your Health

3 Tips for Traveling With Your Pet

3 Tips for Traveling With Your Pet

Deaf Man Adopts Rescue Puppy Who Also Cannot Hear and Teaches Him Sign Language

Deaf Man Adopts Rescue Puppy Who Also Cannot Hear and Teaches Him Sign Language

How Many Treats to Give a Pet, According to Vets

How Many Treats to Give a Pet, According to Vets

Dog Owners Need to Watch Out For Xylitol: Dog Dies After Eating Brownies With Sugar Substitute

Dog Owners Need to Watch Out For Xylitol: Dog Dies After Eating Brownies With Sugar Substitute

Everything You Need to Know About Pet Fostering—and How to Get Started

Everything You Need to Know About Pet Fostering—and How to Get Started

Woman Dies from Rabies After She Was Misdiagnosed With Panic Attacks

Woman Dies from Rabies After She Was Misdiagnosed With Panic Attacks

There's a Scientific Reason Why Puppies Are So Cute You Want to Eat Them

There's a Scientific Reason Why Puppies Are So Cute You Want to Eat Them

Pet-Store Puppies Linked to Drug-Resistant Infections in 118 People

Pet-Store Puppies Linked to Drug-Resistant Infections in 118 People

This Man Caught a Dangerous Infection From His Cat, and Doctors Are Using Him as a Warning

This Man Caught a Dangerous Infection From His Cat, and Doctors Are Using Him as a Warning

This Woman Died After Contracting an Infection from Her Dog's Saliva

This Woman Died After Contracting an Infection from Her Dog's Saliva

Hiker Fights Snow, Rain and Rough Terrain to Carry Injured Lost Dog Down Mountain to Safety

Hiker Fights Snow, Rain and Rough Terrain to Carry Injured Lost Dog Down Mountain to Safety

Dog Owner Warns Others of Saltwater Poisoning After Beloved Lab Dies After Florida Beach Visit

Dog Owner Warns Others of Saltwater Poisoning After Beloved Lab Dies After Florida Beach Visit

New York Woman's Adopted Hound Dog Rescues Her By Sniffing Out Skin Cancer and Saving Her Life

New York Woman's Adopted Hound Dog Rescues Her By Sniffing Out Skin Cancer and Saving Her Life

Four Dog Food Products Recalled Over Salmonella Dangers for Pets and Humans

Four Dog Food Products Recalled Over Salmonella Dangers for Pets and Humans

The Dog Flu is Hitting Pets Hard This Year, and Here's What You Need to Know About It

The Dog Flu is Hitting Pets Hard This Year, and Here's What You Need to Know About It

From Barely Walking to Instagram Star: Lu-Seal the Dog Slims Down from 16 to 8 Lbs.

From Barely Walking to Instagram Star: Lu-Seal the Dog Slims Down from 16 to 8 Lbs.

Rare Kitten Born with Two Faces Is Beating the Odds and Winning Hearts

Rare Kitten Born with Two Faces Is Beating the Odds and Winning Hearts

Dog Owners Should Be on High Alert for Chocolate Poisoning Over the Holidays, Vets Warn

Dog Owners Should Be on High Alert for Chocolate Poisoning Over the Holidays, Vets Warn

Who’s Smarter, Dogs or Cats? Science Now Has the Answer

Who’s Smarter, Dogs or Cats? Science Now Has the Answer

FDA Warns Dog Owners to Avoid Bone Treats After 15 Dogs Die

FDA Warns Dog Owners to Avoid Bone Treats After 15 Dogs Die

Stop What You Are Doing and Get Matching Pajamas with Your Dog

Stop What You Are Doing and Get Matching Pajamas with Your Dog

This Woman's Heart Actually 'Broke' After Her Dog Died. Here's How It Happened

This Woman's Heart Actually 'Broke' After Her Dog Died. Here's How It Happened

Fillers, Omega-3s, Ash Content: The Pet Food Buzzwords You Should Know About

Fillers, Omega-3s, Ash Content: The Pet Food Buzzwords You Should Know About

The 4 Things Every Pet Owner Needs to Do to Keep Their Home Germ-Free

The 4 Things Every Pet Owner Needs to Do to Keep Their Home Germ-Free