Can Dogs, Cats and Other Pets Truly Improve Your Health?

This article was made possible by the support of Yakult and produced independently by Scientific American's board of editors. “Jake can throw his arms around the dog when he doesn’t feel comfortable ... Read More

The Wellness Industry Carves Out a New Niche: Pets

Vaccine skepticism has become quite common among pet owners. In 2023, a survey of 2,200 U.S. dog owners showed that 52 percent of them were hesitant to give their dogs a vaccine, and 37 percent of ... Read More

Dog owners start missing their pets less than an hour into a trip, survey shows

Forget sightseeing and exploring new places: Two in five dog owners said the best part of a trip is coming home — to see their pup. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 dog owners, which revealed ... Read More

Vets and Pet-Owners See Gaps in Flea and Tick Prevention, Highlighting Need for Year-Round Care, New Merck Animal Health Global Survey Finds

RAHWAY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside of the United States and Canada, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE:MRK), today announced ... Read More

'I'm a vet and down owners are making certain mistakes that affect pets' health'

A vet has revealed three common blunders he sees dog owners making, and has pleaded with people to be aware of them before they result in more serious issues. Choosing to get a dog is a massive ... Read More

World's first smart dog collar uses AI to track pet health, detect escape attempts nationwide for pet parents

The industry leader in smart pet technology, Fi, launched the world’s first AI-powered dog collar, Series 3+, and the data tracking is a game-changer for pet parents. Scratching and licking are among ... Read More

Dr. Asaf Dagan with PetPace Discusses the New PetPace V3.0 Smart Collar for Dogs and Cats with YourUpdateTV

Dr. Asaf Dagan, Co-Founder and Chief Veterinary Officer at PetPace, Discusses New Monitoring Technology That Shares Your Pets Vitals and Connects ... Read More

Pet Care Spending Soars Past $150 Billion: CitizenShipper’s 2025 Pet Ownership Cost Report Reveals Hidden Expenses

Rising pet care costs. Hidden pet transport expenses revealed. CitizenShipper’s data-driven report empowers pet owners—and the industry—with critical insights. With total U.S. pet industry ... Read More

Pet Owners Beware: Are You Washing Your Sheets Enough to Stay Healthy?

*Pets bring boundless love and companionship into our lives, but they also introduce unique hygiene challenges that many owners overlook. From muddy paws to shedding fur, our furry friends can ... Read More