January 30, 2012: Pets Help Women Cope With HIV/AIDS
Small study also found being a mother, worker, advocate made a difference, as did faith

January 05, 2012: Like Babies, Dogs Pick Up on People's Intent
Finding confirms what dog lovers already suspected

December 27, 2011: The New Face of Pet Therapy
The practice, once limited to nursing homes, is aiding people, young and old, with a range of ills

November 07, 2011: Even Homes Without Pets Have Pet Allergens
Expert offers tips to pet owners for reducing allergens

September 29, 2011: Bellowing Koalas Signal Size to Potential Mates
The deeper the bellow, the bigger the koala

September 19, 2011: Health Tip: Protect Kids and Pets From Rabies
Have pets vaccinated

September 15, 2011: Health Tip: Coping With a Pet Allergy
What to do if you're allergic to a faithful friend

August 24, 2011: Health Tip: Fleas May Flock to People
After pets leave, the insects look for a new host

August 18, 2011: Sniffer Dogs Spot Early Stage Lung Cancer: Study
Trained canines can tell tumor from COPD when smelling people's breath, researchers say

August 12, 2011: Fido's New Forte: Helping Kids Learn to Read
Children's attitudes about books improve when paired with pooches, researchers say

August 10, 2011: Tracking Lyme Disease in Dogs May Help Protect Humans
Canine blood tests can indicate high-risk areas for people, CDC researchers say

August 09, 2011: Factors Before Birth Can Determine Child's Risk of Allergies: Study
Exposure to pets during pregnancy, method of delivery and race all play a part

August 08, 2011: Study of Bone Cancer in Dogs May Improve Treatment in Kids
Research in canines may lead to tests that can predict aggressiveness of disease in humans

July 15, 2011: Dogs Adept at Reading People's Minds
Study found they use that to their advantage when begging for food

July 14, 2011: Pets Pump You Up, Study Finds
You can credit your dog or cat with improving your well-being and confidence, researchers say

July 11, 2011: The Hype on Hypoallergenic Dogs Is Just That, Study Warns
Similar levels of allergens found among 60 different breeds

July 11, 2011: For People With Diabetes, Pets May Pose Unusual Hazards
In one case, dog chewed on sleeping owner's toe, leading to amputation

July 01, 2011: Fireworks and Fido Don't Always Mix
Here's how to keep four-legged friends from getting frantic on the Fourth

June 13, 2011: Early Exposure to Pets Won't Up Kids' Allergy Risk: Study
And living with a cat or dog in infancy may even be protective, researchers find

June 09, 2011: Tainted Soil May Put Kids at Risk for Vision Loss
Parasitic disease affects those who ingest dirt containing microscopic eggs, researchers warn

June 09, 2011: Walking the Dog Benefits You, Too
Daily outings help control your blood pressure and weight, experts say

May 24, 2011: How to Guard Against Dog Bites
Many of the nearly 5 million bites a year in U.S. are preventable, experts say

May 16, 2011: Health Tip: Pregnant Women Must Protect Against Toxoplasmosis
Here's what you can do

May 13, 2011: Fat Cats, Dogs Developing Diabetes, Report Finds
Illness jumped 32 percent in dogs in just five years

April 27, 2011: Pet Dogs May Be Exposed to High Levels of Flame Retardants
PBDEs higher in canine blood than humans; food processing may play role, study suggests

April 22, 2011: Dogs' DNA May Aid Research on Hereditary Parkinson's
Gene mutation that affects both Tibetan Terriers and humans could lead to treatment advances

April 01, 2011: When Pets Outlive Owners, 'Retirement Homes' Offer Refuge
Vet schools now offer lifelong care or new homes for animals left behind, for a price

March 30, 2011: Little Oversight on Ingredients in 'Senior' Dog Food, Experts Say
Pet owners should consult vets when choosing 'mature' dog chow, survey suggests

March 26, 2011: Keep Safety in Mind When Cleaning House, Experts Advise
Poison prevention starts with heeding basic safety tips for storing, using common household items

March 25, 2011: Animal 'Hoarding' Often Tied to Mental Illness
As many as 250,000 animals a year may suffer unintentional abuse, neglect in U.S., experts say

March 15, 2011: Fido May Help Keep You Fit
Dog owners more likely to meet exercise guidelines, study finds

February 27, 2011: Your Medicine Cabinet May Be Your Pet's Worst Enemy
Veterinarian warns that accidental poisoning is a real concern

February 25, 2011: Family Dog Might Make Teens More Active
Study finds slight rise in daily exercise, although exact reasons aren't clear

February 18, 2011: Rise in Dog Bites Has Experts Concerned
For kids, education about safe interactions with canines 'cannot begin early enough,' advocates warn

February 01, 2011: Trained Labrador Can Sniff Out Colon Cancer, Researchers Say
Odor sensors may one day allow early cancer detection, Japanese scientists suggest

January 21, 2011: Pets May Pass Illnesses to Owners
Sleeping with or being licked by dogs or cats can be conduit for disease, experts warn

January 19, 2011: Many U.S. Hospices Provide Alternative Therapies: Report
Over 40% offer complementary services, such as massage, to improve end-of-life care, data shows

January 12, 2011: Your Dog May Be Smarter Than You Know
Border collie learned names of more than 1,000 objects, researchers say

January 07, 2011: Rabid Stray Dog Spurs Shots for Shelter Workers: Report
Case in which 36 dogs were euthanized puts spotlight on need to vaccinate pets, CDC says

January 05, 2011: Stress Can Make a Healthy Cat Sick: Study
But stability, affection may help rid pet of chronic vomiting and other symptoms, researchers say

December 23, 2010: Doggy Dentistry Can Now Mean Braces
Owners are typically getting the devices to ease their pets' pain, discomfort from an abnormal bite

December 08, 2010: Those Sweet Pet Treats May Foster Fatness
Sugar appearing more now in dog and cat treats as veterinarian warns of the consequences

December 08, 2010: Farm Environment, Cats Help Kids Avoid Skin Disease
European researchers report rural living less likely to lead to atopic dermatitis for infants

November 25, 2010: Obesity Epidemic Threatens Fido, Fluffy, Too
This Thanksgiving, curb the urge to indulge your overweight pet, experts say

November 24, 2010: Simple Travel Tips Can Help Keep Pets Safe
When preparing for your trip, don't forget to pack for your animal companion, experts say

November 18, 2010: Health Tip: Protect Yourself and Your Kids From Dog Bites
Some do's and don'ts

November 03, 2010: Health Tip: Prevent Illness From Infected Pets
Suggestions to reduce your risk

October 31, 2010: Aging Pets Need Special Care: Expert
Exercise, vet visits and lots of love may help extend quality of life

October 29, 2010: Antifreeze a Sweet But Lethal Drink for Pets
Best strategy is to wash up spills, leaks immediately, expert says

October 11, 2010: Pessimistic Pooches May Be Prone to Separation Anxiety
Dogs that could see the sunnier side of life behaved better when left alone, researchers say