If you’re on the fence about inviting a dog into your life, I hope what I share here helps tip the scales for you. My relationship with dogs didn’t start off cuddly... Read more »
Do pets really have the wonderful lives we think they have? What do dogs and other animals really think and feel about their captive lives? Is it possible that some dogs and... Read more »
Recently, I shared a post inviting people to talk about their relationships with their pets and the impact of this bond on their lives. The idea was to understand what it is... Read more »
A recent study published in Social Indicators Research suggests that having a pet can increase life satisfaction by 3 to 4 points on a 7-point scale. Even more eye-catching, the researchers estimate... Read more »
The feeling is mutual Source: Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock In my therapy sessions, I’ve noticed something quite touching: individuals confronting difficult emotions often find comfort when their pets are near, particularly while gently stroking their... Read more »