Most households in the United States have at least one pet. Why do people have pets? There are many reasons. Some of the heal...

Dogs have always been fantastic companions, but they're also great for your health. Were you aware that owning a dog provides owners with a number of positive health benefits?

No, you do not have to lie on a couch and tell the dog what's bothering you. That's not what a Therapy Dog does. With traditional therapy the human patient talks about their feelings, experiences and problems. Therapy dogs are taught to provide warmth and reassurance to those in hospitals, retirement homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, mental institutions, schools and disaster areas.

Today in America thousands of animals are homeless and completely lack the hope of joining a warm and loving family. As dog and cat overpopulation continues, euthanizing of homeless pets occurs. Animal shelters, rescue agencies, and pet adoption organizations are daily putting forth valiant efforts to save the lives of these unfortunate animals and provide loving, caring homes for these hopeless animals.

If you want a creative way to help improve your child's behavior, then you might want to consider getting them a dog. It sounds kind of sounds strange, but it can be a very rewarding way to teach your child some very much needed skills. Let's talk a bit about how a new puppy can help your child. If they have behavior problems, it is possible that it is due to the lack of a creative outlet. Even if this is not so, it still can help them develop discipline, and good habits.

Hypoallergenic dogs may cause you to have fewer allergy attacks because their hair does not shed, they don't have an undercoat, or they do not shed a lot dead skin cells, or dander. When looking for a hypoallergenic dog, you will have to decide on a breed of dog and also how the dog will fit into your lifestyle. Many hypoallergenic dogs are small or medium breed dogs. This means that they are small sized or medium sized dogs that require more attention than larger breeds. The following breeds of hypoallergenic dogs are popular with those who suffer from allergies: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Irish Water Spaniel.