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Human relations

Your Cat Video Obsession Might Be Saving Your Mental Health 🐾

Ever felt a little guilty for losing an hour to puppy TikToks or late-night cat compilations? Don’t! Science just dropped some paws-itively awesome news: your animal video binge might actually be keeping loneliness at bay. Why Pet Videos Are More Than Just Cute Distractions Researchers found that when people watch animal videos, they don’t just […]

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Canines

When Shelters Overflow: What NYC’s Crisis Tells Us About Pet Surrender—and What You Can Do

In July 2025, a gray-muzzled senior dog named Rocky quietly became a symbol of a growing crisis. As the 1,000th animal admitted to New York City’s Animal Care Centers (ACC), Rocky’s arrival marked a heartbreaking milestone: the shelters had hit capacity and stopped accepting animals—unless it was an emergency. This isn’t just a New York […]

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A Guide to Toxic Foods and How to Keep Your Furry Friends Safe

As pet owners, we often think of our dogs and cats as members of the family, sharing our homes, our routines, and sometimes even our snacks. However, what’s harmless (or even healthy) for us can sometimes be dangerous, even deadly, for our four-legged companions. Many common household foods are toxic to dogs and cats, and […]

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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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Felines

The Secret Weapon to Get Your Cat Eating Again (And Why Science Says It Works)

Ever tried convincing your cat to eat when they’ve decided, “No thanks”? Yeah, it’s like negotiating with a furry, four-legged dictator. But science might have found a game-changer — a simple ear ointment that helps cats get their appetite back. Yep, you read that right. You just rub it on their ear. 🐱✨ What’s This […]

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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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News

Pet News Round Up, November 1, 2025

The Ultimate Pet Tech Roundup: CNET’s Pet Owners Tested Every Device to Find the Best CNET explored various pet technologies, highlighting gadgets such as pet cameras, smart collars, and automatic feeders, designed to enhance both pet and owner experiences. They identified products like the affordable Petcube pan cam, which balances affordability with functionality, and advanced […]

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Canines

The Crisis of Pet Obesity and Its Broader Implications on Animal Welfare and Health

As awareness of human health and wellness grows, so too does our understanding of pet health. One of the rising concerns in this arena is pet obesity, an issue that mirrors the human obesity epidemic. Pet obesity is not merely an aesthetic concern; it poses significant health risks and impacts the overall quality of life […]

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Canines

Check Your Pet’s Obesity

This resource from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) can help determine where your pet falls along a spectrum. Download below!

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Sea life

The Surprising Impact of Dolphins’ Health on Ocean Ecosystems

Our oceans teem with life and mystery, holding some of the planet’s most intriguing and intelligent creatures: dolphins. Recent alarming findings have opened our eyes to the declining health of these charismatic marine mammals. Researchers from Science Daily have revealed significant reductions in dolphin lifespans, prompting an urgent call for conservation efforts (Science Daily.) The […]

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Welfare

Why Stressed Koalas Are Facing a Health Crisis

Recent headlines have highlighted a worrying trend affecting our beloved Australian marsupials. Koalas, iconic for their laid-back demeanor and eucalyptus munching, are under siege by a physiological crisis tied deeply to stress and viral infections. The science community is buzzing with new findings from recent research, sparking a closer examination of this emerging threat. Understanding […]

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Human relations

Does Your Pet Really Make You Happier? Science Says… It Depends.

Ever looked at your cat mid-zoomie and thought, “Wow, she’s really living her best life. Am I?” Turns out, science has something to say about that. A new study from researchers in Hong Kong and mainland China took a deep dive into whether having a pet truly boosts happiness — and the answer isn’t as […]

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