In the study, scientists found that owning a pet is associated with improved mental health and reduced discomfort from loneliness.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts cats Animals 14 September 2023The study found that cats visited a veterinarian on average every 146 days, and dogs every 111 days. This follows from the data provided in the publication on the official website of Banfield Pet Hospital.
Diana Dashkevich pets cats Animals 13 September 2023Dog toys can be not only enjoyable for your pets, but also useful in many ways. If you want your pet to be healthy, well-developed, and happy, then you should choose its toys wisely.
Kate Yakimchuk pets toys tips Animals 13 September 2023Dogs are man's best friends, but they aren't perfect companions for all people. Some personalities are just not suitable enough for dogs - so you won't get that amazing connection between you and your pet friend.
Kate Yakimchuk pets owners personality Animals 13 September 2023Some breeds are more prone to various illnesses and diseases, but some health problems can happen to any pet. One of the most unpleasant health issues is skin abscess, and if your dog has it, then it's up to you to help it.
Kate Yakimchuk pets skin health Animals 12 September 2023A national study of Australians found that dog and cat owners tended to be less likely to take medication for sleep problems than non-owners.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 11 September 2023A cynologist is a specialist in breeding and training dogs, who understands not only the physiological characteristics of these animals, but also has special skills in their upbringing. Like pedagogy, cynology is a whole science with its own subtleties and approaches.
Diana Dashkevich pets animal care pets facts Animals 10 September 2023Everyone likes well-trained smart dogs, but some pets seem to be way harder to train properly. It's not always because they're silly or unruly - there are plenty of other factors that can affect their learning abilities.
Kate Yakimchuk pets training tips mistakes Animals 9 September 2023The study is published in The Journal of Neuroscience. The ability of dogs to recognize smells is 10,000 to 100,000 times better than that of the average human, as they have 300 million olfactory receptors compared to our 6 million.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 8 September 2023In a study published in Current Biology in 2021, puppies picked up the meaning of pointing on the first try. This is in stark contrast to animals closely related to humans, such as chimpanzees, who can learn to point with their fingers after training but do not spontaneously follow human gestures.
Diana Dashkevich pets animal facts pets facts Animals 7 September 2023You've probably noticed that lots of big dog breeds don't live for many years - but why? In fact, their size and genetics make them strong and healthy for a few years, but they also tend to grow older faster.
Kate Yakimchuk pets breeds health Animals 7 September 2023Even new dog owners know that their pets shouldn't eat chocolate, but not everyone knows why. It might even seem like it's not a big deal, but it actually is - your pet can't digest one chemical from chocolate, and it can make it very sick.
Kate Yakimchuk pets chocolate theobromine Animals 7 September 2023Dogs are called "man's best friends" for plenty of reasons - they have an impressive list of abilities that help them communicate with people better. Being intelligent and social creatures, dogs know how to act and behave around people to help them, or just to get what they want.
Kate Yakimchuk pets intelligence Animals 6 September 2023Some experimental evidence shows that wolves are more sensitive to lower speech and dogs are more sensitive to higher speech.
Diana Dashkevich pets cats pets facts Animals 5 September 2023Ear mites are tiny parasites that can infest a dog's ear canal, leading to discomfort and various symptoms. Recognizing the signs of ear mite infestation in your dog is essential for prompt treatment.
Kate Yakimchuk pets ears health Animals 5 September 2023One of the main motivations for getting a dog is the desire for warm emotional interaction with someone. In addition, since a dog is an animal that is able to analyze, show emotions, give feedback, it is perfect for this purpose.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 4 September 2023For a dog, the owner is a family member who feeds, treats, walks, plays and trains. The dog chooses a leader who is strict, calm and predictable.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 4 September 2023In a recent study that wagged its tail at traditional therapies, the spotlight has shone brightly on the remarkable benefits of pairing assistance dogs with veterans for enhancing mental well-being. This particular study directed its focus towards defense veterans, revealing a striking revelation – a whopping 90 percent of participants reported noteworthy enhancements in post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety, a year post their alliance with an assistance dog.
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Diana Dashkevich pets feeding animal care Animals 3 September 2023A new study has found that dog owners in the US who harbor a lack of confidence in the safety and effectiveness of vaccines for children and adults are also more likely to have a negative opinion about vaccinating their four-legged friends.
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