HOURS ON THE PHONE, FIVE ON YOUR MENTAL HEALTH. NOW MANAGING YOUR STRESS ABOUT STRAY ANIMALS. WE KNOW THE NUMBER OF HOMELESS DOGS AND CATS THAT’S INCREASING AT OUR LOCAL SHELTERS, BUT IF YOU CAN’T ...

Pet ownership in the U.S. has jumped significantly over the past three decades. As of 2022, 70% of U.S. households (90.5 million homes) own a pet.[1] That’s up from 56% in 1988, pet ownership ...

Jun. 9—(Family Features) Like humans, four-legged family members need love and care. However, the relationship is not one-sided. In addition to joy and unconditional love, pets can also help their ...

Quick and easy. Get matched with a Pet Insurance partner. For people needing mental health support, emotional support animals (ESAs) can play a pivotal role. Animals have an extraordinary capacity for ...

Caring for a cat or dog can have health and well-being benefits for seniors but the costs of owning a pet is rising.

Spaying and neutering pets not only prevents unwanted litters but also reduces the risk of serious health issues and improves behavior. For decades, Bob Barker ended The Price Is Right with the ...

As the phases of our lives change, so too do our many needs and preferences—and that includes the companionship of little furry friends. Pet ownership is ubiquitous in America, with some two-thirds of ...

The bond between humans and animals has deep roots, and scientific evidence is increasingly demonstrating the profound positive impact that pets can have on our mental health. Beyond the simple joy of ...

Have you ever thought about fostering? It’s an important part of the pet ownership process that area shelters want people to consider. With a similar concept to fostering human children, pet fostering ...

Lucy the Corgi is bona fide crazy. She doesn’t come when called. She will shoot off into the next town if unleashed or if she finds a crack to squeeze through. She doesn’t share her toys, even though ...