The National Cherry Festival’s annual Kid Pet Show unleashed all kinds of pets. “This is Katie. She’s definitely the most adventurous and curious of our three cats,” said Archie Arvanitakis, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Studies show that kids ages 5 to 8 bond better with some pets than with others. Aquatic animals can provide just as many benefits ...

His daughter and her wife are devoted pet parents who often bring their goldendoodle Moose to visit. He knows that pets were good for him growing up and believes the same was true for his children and ...

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 ...

Pets make wonderful companions for children. Research has found that people reported mental health improvements from owning a pet and for children, that connection can also be a powerful driver of ...

One of the earliest memories for many of us is getting our first pet. Whether it was our family dog or a tropical fish we grew to love, these animals made an impact. Around age 5, a child’s ...