Pets and health

Learn about the many health benefits of pet ownership.

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11 Winter Pet Health Hazards to Avoid
Antifreeze, candles, and other common cold-weather must-haves may be putting your furry friends a...

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How Having a Pet Can Help Your Mental Health
In addition to keeping you physically active, there are emotional and social benefits to pet ownersh...

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8 Diseases You Can Catch From Animals—and Some You Definitely Can't
Keep on loving your dog, cat, bird or turtle! Just watch out for these.

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Harnessing the Healing Power of Pets
Caring for an animal is a big responsibility, but research shows people may get far more in return.

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6 Service Dogs to the Rescue
Professionally-trained medical service dogs can help with conditions like diabetes, PTSD and more.

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What's the Deal With Emotional Support Animals?
They can help people with mental health issues. So why are they controversial?

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How Fur Helps You Live Longer
Wearing fur? A definite fashion "don't" in most animal lovers' books. But cuddl...

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My Exercise Secret Weapon: Walking My Dog
Learn how your favorite four-legged companion can help keep you healthy, mentally and physically.

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Dogs may know when we need them most, experts say
Dogs may positively impact human lives by dropping anxiety and depression in their humans, as well a...

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How to tell if your dog is depressed
Dogs experience many of the same emotions as humans, including sadness, fear, anxiety, and grief.