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Monday at 5:30: Does where you live impact your pet’s health?

Monday at 5:30, we’ll explore what they discovered, including the conspicuous problem dogs in Washington face. There are simple and specific things you can do to protect your pet, and we’ll look at ... Read More

17 Ways Your Pet Can Improve Your Health and Happiness

If you’ve ever looked into your pet’s eyes and thought, “You’re the best therapist I never paid for,” you’re not alone! Our pets have an incredible way of lifting our spirits and improving our ... Read More

7 Ways Pets Improve Your Health

Your fluffy friend is good for your physical and mental well-being. Getty Images May 2, 2014— -- intro: When you come home to a purr or wagging tail at the end of a stressful day, the sudden wave ... Read More

Pet guardians are increasingly worried about the mental health of their dogs and cats

When it comes to caring for pets, some people worry most about physical health, while others are more concerned about financing potential health problems. But what stands out in a recent survey is ... Read More

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. We got our first dog when my oldest son was 10. A friend who was a teacher ... Read More

Dr. Cynthia Maro: Early cancer detection for pets

Dr. Cynthia Maro is a veterinarian at the Ellwood Animal Hospital in Ellwood City and the Chippewa Animal Hospital in Chippewa Township. She writes a biweekly column on pet care and health issues. If ... Read More

Dr. Cynthia Maro: Holistic pet care: An overview of a whole-body approach to pet wellness

Aug. 30th is Holistic Pet Day. Pet parents often wonder about how they can be more proactive in their approach to their pets’ wellness and improved longevity. In recent years, holistic pet care has ... Read More

Pet Insurance: Is It Worth It for Healthy Pets?

One moment your dog is having the time of their life at the beach. The next, you’re at the vet discussing a cruciate ligament injury, emergency surgery and a bill that could cost thousands. Or your ... Read More

Pet owners beware: Dog and cat food recalled over potential health risks

Salmonella can harm pets that eat tainted products, and even pose health risks to the humans who handle the contaminated food, the Food and Drug Administration said in issuing the urgent recall for ... Read More