Individuals often view their pets as extended members of the family. People want to bring their pets along on vacations or while traveling to visit family and friends. Until recently, it was more difficult to travel with dogs and cats. But as more and more hotel chains recognize the strong connection between people and pets, those ...

Thanks to the travel-heavy nature of the season, many families choose to board their pets during the holidays. If traveling by air, families often don't have a choice, as airlines, if they allow pets at all, often charge hefty fees to carry animals. If traveling by car, families may find they don't have the room. Whatever ...

To the millions of pet owners across the globe, pets are more than just furry friends around the house. Pets put many people in a good mood and can also make for a valuable addition to families with children, instilling a sense of responsibility in kids they might otherwise never learn. But pets are also a ...

Pets can make wonderful companions. Some of the most popular friends people welcome into their homes are cats and dogs. But as loveable as pets can be, they come with their share of work and negative aspects. One of the problems that can invade home life is pet odors. Pet odors are some of the most ...

Pets are an important component of a household. The American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that 63 percent of all households in the United States feature one pet or more. Today's pets are genuine members of the family, and pet parents want to do as much as they can to pamper their cats, dogs, birds, and ...