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Getting old can be difficult in myriad ways. In fact, it seems like the older you get, the more your life is defined by loss. Unfortunately, the longer you live, the more people you will know who pass away; both because you’ve met more people than someone younger, and also because the elderly are more…

Few experiences are as heartwarming as returning home to the enthusiastic greeting of a pet dog. This joy is now backed by scientific research, which suggests that dogs may actually “cry” when reunited with their favorite humans. Published in the journal Current Biology, the study reveals that the dogs’ emotional response of dogs upon seeing their…

Willie Nelson is more than just a country star – to many horses, he’s also a hero! The 87-year-old, along with his wife, Annie, once rescued a herd of American paint horses who were destined for a slaughterhouse. Now, with over 70 horses living on his ranch, the initial idea of finding them new homes…

Most of us are familiar with the concept of survival of the fittest as well as natural selection. Both seem to indicate that nature has its way of sorting out the weak in order for the strong to survive. However, there are stories that indicate that much like humans, animals also have the capacity for…

The animal world never ceases to amaze me. Although many people don’t view animals as intelligent beings, I find they often outsmart and even out human us. They are not only smart, but also capable of what can only be explained as acts of kindness. A Florida woman discovered an unlikely duo living in her…

Dogs are truly remarkable animals. They are perfect cuddle buddies when you’re feeling lazy, energetic companions when you’re in the mood for an adventure, and loving friends when you think there’s no one else. And to top it all off, some dogs can be all of that and have a full-time career. A Dog With…

So, we believe it when our friends tell us funny stories about the latest thing their baby did, or their dog did, or their cat did. But if your friend just so happens to own horses and tells you a fantastical story, you might be less than inclined to fall for it. Maybe it’s the…

There are countless studies out there about why sleeping with another human is great. It creates a sense of safety and security, it reduces levels of the stress hormone (cortisol), it soothes symptoms of anxiety, it may help boost natural sleeping patterns (which helps support a whole other host of health factors), and yada yada…

In May of 2017, a Florida cat shelter received a peculiar new rescue: a sweet gray and white cat with purple paws. The wandering feline had been picked up by animal control and seemed in good health despite the odd markings. Sadly, though, this wasn’t a case of a child getting carried away with markers.…

As an experienced pet parent, I know the heartache and emotion of losing a dog.  Sometimes the circumstances in which a pet passes away can make the loss even greater and traumatic. But for dogs, do they know when it is their time? An Argument For Why Dogs Never Die An article published on Dog…