A fluffy pup strolls through the park, kids squeal with excitement — and before anyone can react, a stranger reaches out to ...

Maybe your family has a dog, or you visit friends and relatives who do. But even if you aren't pet owners or around animals on a regular basis, your child is bound to cross paths with a dog — leashed, ...

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A new study finds that getting a family dog is linked with a big jump in physical activity in younger kids – especially in young girls. The finding is part of a growing body of research investigating ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Many pet owners share a special bond with their furry friends, and a study found that kids and dogs are a very special pairing. Oregon State University published a study finding ...

Just when you thought dogs couldn’t get any better, a new study has found that having a canine companion as a kid can offer the ulti-mutt protection from an annoying skin condition. The same benefits ...

Before buying a pet, you need to consider things like your kids' ages, any allergies, cost and care. Whether it's feathers, fur or fins, we've got the perfect companion for any age and stage Whether ...

Every dog has the potential to be friendly if trained correctly as a pup, but there are some breeds that are naturally more ...