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Study: Cat Ownership Not Linked To Mental Health Problems
The new study is the first to prospectively look at childhood cat ownership and the infection of the parasite Toxoplasma gondii as a risk factor for psychosis.
Six women tell us how having a cat improves their mental health
10 Common Dog Health Problems That You Should Be Aware Of
There are a number of reasons your dog can become sick. Learn about the most common dog diseases and canine health issues that can send your dog to the vet.
How Pets Improve Your Mental Health
Your furry friend helps keep your mind in tip-top shape.
How cat videos boost your mental health
A study finds that these feline clips can help improve your mood and energy.
How pets can impact children's mental health
Not everyone thinks of pets as a resource to help people, including children's mental health. It may surprise some.
How pets can help your mental health
Many of us are fortunate enough to have a pet in our lives. We enjoy their companionship but may not be fully aware of the mental and physical health
A closer look at how emotional support animals can help with mental health
How emotional support animals help with mental health.
Pets and Mental Health: How Animal Companions Boost Our Spirits
Pets give us love, but they also give us so much more. The connection between pets and mental health, and why being a pet parent is good for mind, body, and soul.
How your mental health can affect your dog
We often overlook how disregarding the mental lives of our pets can also negatively impact their welfare.
How Pets Can Help With Child Mental Health And Development
Experts break down the benefits of pet companionship for children and their families.
How pets improve mental health issues, from depression to PTSD
Cuddle power should not be underestimated: a growing raft of studies shows that furry friends can help people experiencing a host of issues
‘Dogs have a magic effect’: how pets can improve our mental health
Canine companions trigger similar neural pathways to the parent-baby bond, and reduce loneliness and depression. Now new pet therapy trials are reporting dramatic effects
Man's stressed friend: how your mental health can affect your dog
We know that failing to provide basic care like food and shelter is cruel, but we often overlook how disregarding the mental lives of our pets can also negatively impact their welfare.
8 physical and mental health benefits of owning a dog
From decreased anxiety to increased life expectancy
Can pets help improve physical and mental health?
Pets make great companions and can provide that unconditional love that’s simply indescribable. Larger domesticated animals in particular, such as dogs and cats, have been known to help human health both physically and mentally. Some studies have been conducted in order to see if pets can scientifically help heal people, whether it be over a ...
Pet dental health problems can be prevented
Eight in 10 dogs and 7 in 10 cats suffer from some type of periodontal disease by the time they are 2 years old, but pet owners can prevent periodontal disease by brushing pets' teeth and bringing animals in for regular veterinary dental exams and cleanings. In addition, careful selection of pet food and toys is important to maintaining a healthy mouth.
Steps for spotting canine health problems at home
Veterinarian Shea Cox describes how owners can help identify health problems in their animals by knowing what is normal for their pet. Dr. Cox recommends consultation with a veterinarian anytime an owner detects a potential problem, but in between regular visits to the clinic, owners should look for effortless breathing, bright eyes and shiny, smooth coats unless the dog is a wirehaired breed.
Pets have mental health benefits, NYC program says
Residents of a supportive housing program for people with mental health issues called Community Access can also participate in Pet Access, which helps them adopt a pet. The program's coordinator said his data show that residents who adopt pets are less likely to be hospitalized or relapse. Pet Access has facilitated some 118 animal adoptions for Community Access clients since it was...
