Author: PetLover

Having a pet can have major, long term benefits for kids’ health and development. Furry companions help to promote physical fitness and an emotional sense of purpose, and to lower stress. Playing or cuddling with pets can reduce cortisol and increase oxytocin, making kids calmer and less prone to anxiety. Pet ownership can improve kids’ […]

Those searching for a new canine friend may be weary of how it will impact any feline friends that they have living in their home. Finding the dog with a compatible persona is not always easy, but there are many breeds who are known to be more cat-friendly than others. A great example of a […]

People love pets but the type of pet that is most loved varies from one state to another. You might’ve thought that a dog was the most popular pet across the country, but the result might just surprise you! For example, in Colorado, Alaska, and Kentucky, as well as a handful of other states, it […]

If you are like many dog owners, you know how frustrating it can be when your dogs begin barking and nothing seems to stop them. Dogs bark when they’re excited, nervous, anxious, mad, angry, and for a variety of other reasons. If you are ready to stop the constant barking, you can do it with […]

Pet owners experience a sense of faithfulness and fulfillment that is truly hard to get from any other relationship. With pets you can form a connection that is based off of clear and consistent communication where you do not have to risk being deeply misunderstood. Since pets simply require basic needs in life to thrive, […]

In a recent study, cortisol levels in therapy dogs were measured to see if they are actually enjoying their jobs. The researchers also looked at canine behaviors to see if they could detect any stress. The results showed that therapy dogs are no more stressed out or less friendly than regular dogs. The non-profit group […]

It’s important to consider how long you are leaving your dog alone, and if that is appropriate for your dog. If you leave your dog alone for too long, it can lead to isolation distress – which is bad for the dog, and bad for you. 10-12 hours is too long to leave your dog […]

The U.S. has been no slouch when it comes to breeding dogs. The ubiquitous Boston Terrier hails from our shores. A non-sporting breed, the Boston Terrier was also famously referred to as the American Gentleman. Playful, trainable and well-behaved, the American Gentleman’s short muzzle incorporates some potential breathing difficulties. Eye problems are also endemic. Besides […]

Dog breeds from around the world reflect their innate stomping ground in a variety of ways. For example, Swedish dogs reflect their cold environment, many having warm thick coats. Historically, they were dogs used for animal-herding, which means they would be larger and smart. Two dogs from Sweden include the Swedish cow dog and the […]