Pets offer a bevy of social benefits: they provide friendship, reduce loneliness and alleviate anxiety. It’s no surprise that animals, especially dogs bring positivity into our lives; humans began to domesticate dogs for hunting and companionship thousands of years ago, indicating our strong bond. Socialization is often one of the biggest challenges for those with [...]
Life on Mars has been proven to be a reality. Even before then, we’ve dreamt of what it would be like to one day experience Mars. Recently, NASA posted dreamy illustrations of an imagined future on the planet. In one picture, an astronaut stands on dunes in her spacesuit and with a dog at her [...]
Most pet owners can relate to this: you’re headed out to the beach or your friend’s summer BBQ--and you desperately want to bring your dog along. It’s a bummer when pet owners want to spend time with their four-legged friends and are forced to leave them behind at home. In crowded cities like New York, [...]
When it comes to saving the lives of stray dogs and cats and shelter animals, many people think the only way to help out is through volunteering at the local pound or animal rescue. While volunteering is a great way to make a difference, it’s just the tip of the iceberg! There are many ways [...]
