Pets provide more than companionship. They bring comfort, joy and purpose to the lives of many seniors. My family enjoys all the benefits of pet ownership, with cats, dogs and farm animals. For older ...

We explain the changing world of pet health care. By Katie Thomas Pets these days are just like us. They get birthday cakes, day care and rubber boots to wear in the snow. Their health care is ...

Caring for a cat or dog can have health and well-being benefits for seniors but the costs of owning a pet is rising.

Readers discuss veterinary costs, stray vs. domestic dogs, cat behavior and grieving loss. To the Editor: Re “How Much Is Your Pet’s Life Worth?” (Pets special section, June 30): Fifteen years ago I ...

New research finds that having a pet — especially a dog — may help mental health, especially in women who have survived childhood abuse. For women, a strong connection to a pet may lower the risk of ...

Children and pets living together can make for a boisterous but happy household. Having pets is an ideal opportunity to introduce children to some measure of responsibility, and it may encourage ...

Where every grooming supports a rescue. Discover how your pet’s pamper helps rehome pets who’ve lost their owners. ❤️ ...

At 2-and-a-half years old, Sydney is a playful, fun-loving pitbull cross who “is just so goofy,” said her owner, Erin Lord Kunz. “She makes us laugh every day.” As lovable as she is, taking care of ...