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Stop Treating Pets Like Human Babies

There has been a growing trend among pet owners to treat their furry companions as surrogate children. This shift, often referred to as treating pets as ‘fur babies’, is not just a cultural phenomenon but also has profound health implications for both pets and humans. This article delves into the potential ramifications of this trend, […]

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Human relations

How Pets Are Shaping Public Health Equity: Insights from APHA 2025

rom tackling loneliness in older adults to transforming housing policy for youth experiencing homelessness, this year’s American Public Health Association (APHA) conference revealed something powerful: the health of people and pets are deeply connected. Across studies and cities—from Philadelphia to Denver to global One Health initiatives—researchers are reimagining what public health looks like when we […]

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Canines

How Pets People Feel at Home Half a World Away

Ever notice how your dog’s tail wag or your cat’s purr can make a bad day better? Science just backed that up—especially for people living far from home. A new study from Tufts University looked at how international students in the U.S. rely on pets to fight homesickness, ease stress, and build a sense of […]

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Canines

The Science of Best Friends: How You and Your Dog Shape Each Other

Ever feel like your dog understands you a little too well? Science says you’re not imagining it — you and your pup are actually co-constructing your relationship, one walk, treat, and cuddle at a timeanimals-15-02875. Researchers at the Université de Montréal just dropped a groundbreaking study that redefines what it means to be “pet parent […]

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Human relations

The Urban Rat Explosion: Understanding the Causes and Consequences

The dramatic increase in urban rat populations has become a pressing issue for cities worldwide. Recent studies and news articles have highlighted how various factors, including climate change and urbanization, fuel this alarming trend. Understanding the Rat Boom Rats are a common sight in urban environments, but recent research indicates that their populations are exploding. […]

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