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06/07/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Children raised in rural environments and surrounded by animals develop stronger immune systems

It’s said that being in rural areas has enormous benefits to our physical health. We’ve also been told that growing up in an environment where we’re exposed to animals and nature reduces the risk of developing asthma and some other diseases. A more recent study, however, found that growing up in a place close to nature […]

03/08/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Diet and exercise prevents diabetes in dogs too: Canine obesity is on the rise, along with all the related health problems

Research shows that overweight and obese dogs suffer from a host of health problems like musculoskeletal disorders, cardiovascular diseases, glucose intolerance, diabetes, and bladder and mammary cancer. A high-fat diet, which leads to excess weight and obesity, was also linked to canine pancreatitis, which is characterized by appetite loss and vomiting. Science has shown that […]

01/17/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Make your DOG your workout buddy: Fitness instructor has developed an exercise routine for you AND your best friend

Getting enough exercise can be tough when you go at it alone. For many of us, having a friend with you makes exercising a whole lot easier and way more fun. But as YouTuber and spin instructor Annie Brooks has shown, your friend need not be human. Along with her Shih Tzu-Poodle mix, Winnie, Brooks […]

11/25/2017 / By Zoey Sky

Being a pet parent can extend your life, especially if you’re single, according to new study

Aside from being man’s best friend, it looks like dogs can help singles live longer. Based on data from a study, British pet owners allegedly reduce early death rates by as much as 36 percent. The connection between dogs and decreased risk of premature death Researchers from Uppsala University, Sweden, studied health records and dog […]

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