Pets

The power of pets against loneliness

Pettable combed through available research and info from major health authorities to find out how pet ownership may impact feelings of loneliness.

5 unexpected ways service and emotional support dogs improve and save human lives

Pettable consulted news reports and research studies to explore new and unique ways organizations use service dogs, highlighting five programs.

Military service members can now get reimbursed for pet-related moving expenses. Here's the safest way to fly with animals.

CitizenShipper compiled info from the Department of Agriculture, State Department, and Department of Travel to find the best, safest ways to move a pet.

Common foods you shouldn't feed your dog and why, according to experts

Ollie consulted with veterinary experts and dove into dog nutrition research to get to the bottom of what is and isn't safe for dogs to eat—and why.

When is it safe—and legal—to leave your dog in the car?

Way.com helps dog owners understand when it's legal to leave their furry friends in cars unattended.

How to pick the best toy for dogs based on 5 personality types

eTailPet consulted authorities like the American Kennel Club, The Humane Society, and vet practices to help you decide which toys to buy based on your pup's personality.

How the pandemic affected separation anxiety in dogs and humans

Ollie looked into how the pandemic and return to work impacted separation anxiety in humans and dogs using news reports and research studies.

Older Americans lead the nation in pet spending, but not by much

While baby boomers far outpaced other age groups in pet spending in 2021, spending evened out among all Americans in 2022, per an eTailPet analysis of BLS data.

Animal shelter populations are up—here's why and how shelters are responding

CitizenShipper looked at Best Friends Animal Society data to examine increased shelter populations and how they are responding.

The history of dog food and nutrition, from hunting to the raw food movement

Ollie looked at news articles, research journals, and historical sources to outline the major milestones in the history of dog food and nutrition.

The 10 top-rated pet charities and the missions they support

eTailPet used data from Charity Navigator to highlight the top 10 highest-rated domesticated animal charities in the United States.

Where pet owners in the US spend the most on their pets

eTailPet compared pet spending across the country and analyzed why West Coasters spend so much more on pets, using Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

How dogs' diets look around the world

Ollie explored how dogs' diets vary around the world using a variety of research studies, news articles, and historical resources.

Essential tips for pawsome road trips with pets

Way.com put together some essential tips for hassle-free road trips with pets.

The major US cities with the most animal lovers

Which city loves animals the most? Stacker calculated which major metro areas have the highest share of pet owners using data from the Census Bureau.

How your dog's nutritional needs change as they age

Ollie curated a guide to help you understand your dog's nutritional needs at different stages of life, consulting with veterinary experts and using leading pet health resources.

Inflation for pet expenses grew at twice the rate of other consumer products last year

Pet owners are feeling inflationary pressures more than non-pet owners. eTailPet examined the causes and how pet owners are dealing with rising costs.

Every new dog breed recognized in the 21st century

Stacker listed every dog breed officially recognized by the American Kennel Club since the start of the 21st century.

Longest-living dog breeds

To find out the longest-living dog breeds, Stacker examined data from the journal Genetics and American Kennel Club's 2023 breed popularity rankings.

The most popular dog names of 2022 in every state

Take a look at the top 10 paw-pular names by state and Washington D.C., brought to you by Wag!.

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