Ferrets can be cuddly and fun, but they also nip, hide, and require supervision. This begs the question: are ferrets a good match for families with children? Here are some pros, cons, and precautions ...

When I was a kid, a pet changed my life. It was not our family’s lovable mutt Frisky, or even Murphy, my pet duck. No, it was a four-foot yellow rat snake named Fred I got for three bucks when I was ...

Which electronic pet is best? An electronic pet can be a fun toy or a realistic companion. While the majority of electronic pets are designed for children, you can also find highly lifelike electronic ...

One of the things that has stood out to me most in the wake of the Eaton fire is the generosity of animal lovers worldwide. So many people have reached out to send their well wishes and offer us ...

Parents in Chicagoland can find indoor animal experiences for kids at zoos and museums that offer hands-on exhibits during colder months. These attractions combine education and play, giving families ...

According to a 2021 survey by the Human-Animal Bond Research Institute, 87% of pet owners have experienced improvements in their mental health due to having a companion animal. I have certainly felt ...

The holidays have a way of shining a spotlight on the smallest moments. The giggles that echo from the playroom, the quiet cuddles before bedtime, and the wagging tails that somehow sense the magic in ...

On a wall at Trader Joe’s are numerous drawings of shelter animals, each with their own biography, each an attempt to help those animals find homes. They are the result of Kids, Cats and K9s, a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Brevard residents Meghan Wolfgram and Mario Arbore, like many of the exhibitors at pet industry trendsetter Global Pet Expo ...