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Happy paw-lidays! How to keep it festive with furry family members

(BPT) - With the holiday season fast approaching, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos.If you're worried about how you and your pet can enjoy the festivities safely, you're not alone. A recent …

Wellness Beyond the Bowl: Exploring a holistic approach to happy, healthy pets

(Family Features) When you think about your pet's wellness, it's easy to focus solely on the food you're placing in their bowl. However, true wellness encompasses a much broader spectrum, inclusive of nutrition, preventative care, oral health, exercise, mental stimulation and more.

6 ways cats are good for your mental health

(BPT) - The U.S. is facing a mental health crisis, with 1 in 5 adults (about 59 million people) experiencing daily mental health challenges, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. …

5 Tips to Help Anxious Dogs Find Their Calm

(Family Features) Just like humans, pets experience anxiety due to various triggers such as loud noises, changes in their environment or separation from their owners.

These 10 states have the healthiest dogs

Ollie reports Michigan, Florida, and Arizona have the healthiest dogs in the U.S., based on health screenings for digestion, weight, and dental care.

Dogs are helping people regulate stress even more than expected, research shows

Studies show that dogs help humans cope with stress.
A new study finds that dogs’ mitigation of human stress is more biologically complex than scientists previously understood.
BBQ masters bring grill skills to dog treats in new competition
(BPT) - Summer grilling season is here, and barbecue enthusiasts everywhere are firing up their grills. Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or just starting your barbecue journey, there's never been …
Don’t Let Your Dog Become a Statistic: Protect Postal Workers
(NAPSI)—Most dog owners believe their pet is essentially a “good dog,” yet incidents involving dog attacks on Postal Service employees rose to more than 6,000 cases last year. As part of the …
What’s your park personality?
Six Park Personality Types: Which One Are You?
(NAPSI)—From bustling activity hubs to tranquil nature escapes, public parks offer diverse experiences that cater to the different ways people like to use and enjoy the outdoors.   Based on …
Classic Tales Make Great Easter Gifts For Little Ones
(NAPSI)—This Easter parents, grandparents and friends can hop to it and give kids great books about bunnies, such as these sweet stories.   Ten Little Rabbits by Maurice Sendak This magical …
A male satin bowerbird stands before his creation.
Can animals make art?
Without being able to get into the heads of animals, it’s hard to say for sure. But instances of pig painters, whale crooners and bird sculptors certainly make it seem plausible.
How emotionally close you are to your pet is not necessarily a good measure of how your relationship affects your well-being.
Just having a pet doesn’t help mental health – but pet-owners with secure relationships with their pets are less depressed
Do you have a secure or anxious attachment with your pet?
A new pet drinking water additive is more effective than brushing to prevent gum disease, tooth loss and worse.
New Technology Provides Hope For Millions Of Dogs And Cats Ravaged With Gum Disease
(NAPSI)—Here’s news for pet parents: According to veterinarian Dr. Babette Gladstein, “Alarmingly, as many as 85% of dogs develop some form of gum disease by the age of two. Despite being the …
You and your beloved pets may enjoy happier holidays with a few hints.
A Dog Trainer’s Tips for a Safe, Fun Holiday Season with Pets
By Darris Cooper, CPDT-KA, FFCP, National Dog Training Manager at Petco   (NAPSI)—The holidays are a great time to bond with loved ones, which—for most people—includes beloved pets. …
Follow these expert tips to have a safe, happy and healthy Halloween and fall season with pets.
Veterinarian-Approved Tips for Transitioning Pets to Fall Routines
by Dr. Whitney Miller   (NAPSI)—With fall in full swing, pets and pet parents face new routines, shorter days and busier schedules, especially with Halloween around the corner. While …

Does your dog bark a lot? Or is he one of those quiet pooches who barks only when things get really exciting? Most dogs bark at least a little. Dog barks are not words. Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you …
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Podcasts about pets

Dog talk ... and more

Every dog lover's resource for keeping yourself & your best friend happy, healthy and long living - naturally. Listen in to Dr. Peter Dobias weekly to find out how both you and your furry friend …

Purrr-fectly enjoyable

In these cat podcasts, learn everything there is to know about cats on Cattitude with your hosts Michelle Fern & Tom Dock. In this cat podcast, each week we’ll spotlight a cool cat breed, …

No Bad Dogs Podcast

Hey, there dog folk! Welcome to the No Bad Dogs Podcast, hosted by Tom Davis. Do you often wonder what your dog is thinking? Join Tom as he teams up with dog trainers, dog lovers, dog …

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