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Scientists just tracked 188 pet owners in the Netherlands for five days, and the surprising twist is that dogs and cats both lifted mood a little, but only one might be making stress worseA recent Dutch study explored how interacting with cats and dogs impacts our mood and stress. While both pets offer a brief happiness boost...- Scientists just reviewed more than 400 cat studies and found that outdoor-roaming pets had three to five times the odds of carrying germs that can infect people, turning a common habit into a quiet public health riskA groundbreaking study reveals that outdoor-roaming pet cats carry infectious diseases at rates similar to feral cats, posing risks to huma...
- Why do cats push objects off edges on purpose?Cats push objects off surfaces not out of spite, but as a scientific experiment to understand cause and effect through physical interaction...
- 12 proven ways to stop snakes from getting into your yardSnakes are entering suburban backyards more often. This is due to landscaping that offers food and shelter. Homeowners can make their yards...
- A Stanford study just rewrote the Bengal cat's origin storyNew research reveals Bengal cats' striking looks originate from common house cats. For years, people believed their wild ancestry was respo...
- How cats’ sense of smell influences their appetite more than fullnessNew research from Iwate University suggests cats' intermittent eating habits are driven by olfactory sensor-specific satisfaction, not just...
- The surprising danger of covering leftovers with aluminum foilContrary to popular belief, cats approaching humans often seek security, not just affection or food. Research indicates cats form secure at...
- Researchers identify the simplest way to help your cat live longerNew research reveals a startling truth about our feline friends. Letting cats roam freely poses significant risks, leading to shorter lifes...
- Outdoor Cats in the U.S. Often Live Shorter Lives, And the Data Is Hard to IgnoreEmpirical data reveals outdoor cats have a median lifespan of 7.25 years, significantly shorter than indoor cats. This is attributed to cum...
- The Real Meaning Behind Your Cat’s Slow BlinkCats communicate affection and trust through slow blinks, a behavior evolved from survival instincts to avoid aggression. Unlike humans, di...
- New pet at home? Here’s why pet insurance should be your first move, not an afterthoughtGetting a new pet is exciting but also costly and risky. Many owners forget to buy pet insurance early, which can lead to problems later. V...
- National pet day April 11: which pet is best for you? The surprising life-saving health benefits of having pets, plus smart ways to adopt and support animal welfare worldwideNational Pet Day April 11: Over 70% of U.S. households own a pet, yet millions of animals still wait in shelters every year. This National ...
- Why Some Cats Groom Too Much Instead of Resting: What This Habit May Be HidingCats famously groom themselves, but excessive licking can signal underlying issues. This behavior, often triggered by allergies, parasites,...
- The No.1 pet name of 2025 revealed — is your furry friend on the trendy list?In 2025, Luna was claimed as the most popular pet name for both cats and dogs in the United States. Its popularity is driven by pop culture...
- Dogs or cats catching Covid is low but not impossible, so why don’t we have a vaccine for pets yet?Although the evidence so far suggests that the virus is not a major threat to pets, there is a lot left to learn.
- Common for cats, dogs to catch COVID-19 from owners: StudyThe researchers found that six cats and seven dogs (4.2 per cent) had positive PCR tests and 31 cats and 23 dogs (17.4 per cent) tested pos...
- Believe it or not, more cats are contracting coronavirusCovid antibodies present in 15 of the blood samples taken from the felines.
- Two New York cats become first US pets to test positive for COVID-19The cats, from separate areas of New York state, had mild respiratory illness and are expected to make a full recovery. It is believed that...
- Why cats are more independent than dogsDomestic cats do not generally see their owners as a focus of safety and security in the same way that dogs do, according to new research.
- Social animals: 'One in 10 pets on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube'A different breed of celebrity seems to be taking over, with a British study revealing that one in 10 pets is on the popular social network...
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