Animal Friends

Animal Friends: The Benefits of Having a Pet

According to a recent study conducted by the American Kennel Club, over 36% of American households own a dog. That’s nearly 85 million families! And that number doesn’t even include all the cat owners out there. People love their pets. But why? What are the benefits of having a pet? Let’s take a look.

Pets Provide Unconditional Love and companionship

One of the best things about pets is that they provide unconditional love and companionship. They’re always happy to see us, no matter our day. And they’re always there for us when we need them, whether we’re feeling happy or sad. Pets can even help reduce stress and loneliness, and they can improve our mental and emotional health.

Pets Keep Us Active

Another great benefit of having a pet is that it can help keep us active. Dogs, in particular, must be taken on regular walks or runs. But even cats need some exercise, so they’ll appreciate it if you set aside some time to play with them each day. And playing with our pets is not only good for their physical health but also for our mental and emotional wellbeing.

Pets can teach us responsibility

Caring for a pet is a great way to teach children responsibility. They learn how to feed and water their pet, groom them, and clean up after them. Caring for a pet also teaches children patience and empathy. And when children feel like they’re doing something worthwhile, it can boost their self-esteem.

Pets can provide unconditional love and companionship, help keep us active, and teach us responsibility. They’re also proven to improve our mental and emotional health. So, what are you waiting for if you’re thinking about getting a pet? Go out and find your furry (or scaly) best friend today!

What to Do if Your Dog Has a Lump

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Have you ever detected a lump or mass on your dog? If so, there’s no need to panic – most lumps don’t even harm dogs, and are actually pretty common in older animals. Even if you think the lump is benign, you should always take your dog to a veterinarian for confirmation. If it turns out to be harmless, you’ll have peace of mind. If the vet recommends a next step like a biopsy or treatment options, your dog will be in a better position for a speedy recovery because you acted quickly.

Early detection means early treatment, and that could make all the difference in the outcome. If you’re prepared with the right information beforehand, you’ll be ready to act the moment you realize that your dog needs some extra care.

The National Service Animal Registry says when most people hear about lumps on dogs, their first thought is “it’s a tumor” – but there are many other kinds of lumps. If you’re wondering what type of lump your dog might have, the information below could help you understand what’s going on.

Every Fur Parents’ Guide to Veterinary Emergencies

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As certified fur parents ourselves, we know how much you love your fur babies. You’re ready to do everything for your pets if anything happens to them.

Emergencies may rarely happen but when it does, you’re always caught off guard. Even though you’ve prepared yourself a hundred times and told yourself that you’re ready.

That’s why in this piece, we answered some of the basic questions about veterinary emergencies to help you handle these situations better. So without further ado, let’s get straight to the meat of this thing.

Educating Your Child Concern to Animals

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Sadly, children and family pets do not naturally connect well; young children typically see animals, like other items in your house, as toys to be controlled for their own home entertainment. The long ears, tails, fur, plumes or other intriguing functions make pulling, pulling, squeezing, squashing and chasing them much more pleasurable. Find different sort of animal friends – They will start to feel more comfy around them if your young child satisfies different kinds of animals in different settings. Make certain that the owner exists though, and pleased for your child to communicate with her animals – security is naturally critical when animals and kids are together.