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Millennials are raising pets instead of kids. It's not going well for the pets.
Birth rates are declining, and millennials own more pets than any other age group. But experts say …
Aimee Pearcy
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Owning pets can slow down cognitive decline in older people living alone, study finds
A new study from China has discovered that owning a pet can actually put the brakes on memory decli…
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Co-sleeping with your pet can be good for your bond but not for you. Here's when you might need a sleep divorce.
Pets can provide a lot of comfort at bedtime, but can also disrupt sleep. Train your pet not to wak…
Nandini Maharaj
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Meet Spencer Conley, the 'Bachelorette' contestant and 'pet portrait entrepreneur' with 'golden retriever energy'
Spencer Conley's "golden retriever energy" attracted Jenn Tran from the start of season 21 of "The …
Olivia Singh
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Pet insurance is booming. It's also mostly worthless.
Pet insurance is now a $4 billion market. But as the industry grows, it's becoming as confusing and…
Emily Stewart
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My partner gifted me a dog that became like a child to us. When we broke up, custody of the dog got complicated.
The writer's boyfriend got a dog for her birthday, She was shocked when he wanted custody of the do…
Rashi Goel
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Scientists discovered which dogs live the longest after studying 155 different breeds, and it could help you be a better pet owner
The average dog lifespan is 12.5 years. The breeds that live longest include the Lancashire Heeler,…
Ellyn Lapointe
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An anti-aging drug for dogs promises to win owners more time with old pets. It could be FDA-approved soon.
There has never been a longevity drug approved by the FDA. Loyal for Dogs founder Celine Halioua is…
Hilary Brueck
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South Koreans are dealing with burnout and loneliness by getting pet rocks
Millennials in South Korea are using pet rocks to help with feelings of burnout and isolation. The …
Mikhaila Friel
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Why some dogs are more scared of fireworks than others
It's normal that your dog might have some anxiety about loud, unfamiliar noises — but here's why it…
Ashley Laderer,Sorin McKnight
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Why does my dog smell like Fritos — and other canine scent anomalies
Your dog likely smells like a bag of chips because of the bacteria, yeast, and fungi that make up t…
Zoe McDonald,Sorin McKnight
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6 reasons why your dogs' nose is dry and when to be concerned
If your dogs' nose is drier than usual, it could be because they're dehydrated or have a fever.
Madeline Kennedy,Sorin McKnig…
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6 reasons why your dog is shaking and how to help them
Dogs sometimes tremble when they're anxious or cold, but shaking could also be a sign of something …
Madeline Kennedy,Sorin McKnig…
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What to give your dog for pain under veterinary supervision, from medications to home remedies
Signs that indicate your dog is in pain are a reduced appetite, excessive panting, limping, and a r…
Erin Heger,Lara Sypniewski
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9 effective ways to keep your dogs calm during fireworks, according to vets
Vets say that putting your dog in a tightly-fitted thunderjacket and giving them natural remedies l…
Ashley Laderer,Sorin McKnight
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6 things your dog is trying to tell you by howling
Dogs howl because of their ancestral instinct to communicate — here's what they are trying to say t…
Erin Heger,Sorin McKnight
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4 important functions of dog whiskers and why you should avoid trimming or clipping them
Ever wondered what your dog's whiskers do? A lot of things, actually — including help them navigate…
Rebecca Strong,Sorin McKnight
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'Human-grade' dog food is on the rise, as pet owners ditch traditional kibble in favor of high-end brands promising health benefits
Pet owners are giving up on typical dry and canned foods, opting instead to feed their dogs and cat…
Aidan Pollard
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Scientists studied 8,000 cats to determine which breeds live the longest, and it could help you become a better pet owner
Researchers studied different cat breeds to find which live the longest. Burmese and Birmans live a…
Jenny McGrath
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The 10 states where your pet is more likely to get sick from tick-borne diseases, viruses, parasites, and more
Analysts ranked the 50 US states by risk of dog and cat diseases. Here are the diseases to watch ou…