What not to say — and what to say instead — to a friend or family member facing the loss of a beloved pet.
Interesting U.S. pet ownership statistics at a glance — 66% of households own a pet, dogs remain the most popular, and spending topped $136.8 billion.
Grief experts recommend taking time to commemorate the life of your pet. Fifteen ways to honor their memory, from a memorial service to a keepsake box.
The bond between humans and animals is powerful, and losing a pet can be overwhelming. Specific ways to honor and remember your pet.
If a natural disaster required emergency evacuation, would you be ready to help your pets? A checklist for compiling a pet emergency kit and a plan.
Many traditional Thanksgiving foods put pets at risk. Which festive foods to keep away from your pet, from turkey bones to unbaked yeast dough.
A study suggests owning a pet for over five years may help cognitive skills stay sharp — adults 50+ showed slower decline in verbal memory than non-pet owners.
Pets play a special role in the lives of children, and losing one brings great emotional hardship. Recommendations for helping a child through the grieving process.
Do pets grieve the loss of another household pet? Research on surviving dogs and cats suggests yes — and most return to normal behavior within six months.
Announcing our second annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest — plus five tips to help keep your pet safe on that spooky night.
