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Adults 65 and Older Who Own Pets Score Higher on Memory Tests Than Non-Pet Owners

Adults 65 and Older Who Own Pets Score Higher on Memory Tests Than Non-Pet Owners

They also speculated that the "love hormone" oxytocin could be behind the positive effects seen in pet ownership by seniors.

Adults 65 and Older Who Own Pets Score Higher on Memory Tests Than Non-Pet Owners

They also speculated that the "love hormone" oxytocin could be behind the positive effects seen in pet ownership by seniors.

A Retriever-Shepherd Mix Was Found 4 Weeks Later and 62 Miles Away After Disappearing During Barn Fire

A Retriever-Shepherd Mix Was Found 4 Weeks Later and 62 Miles Away After Disappearing During Barn Fire

While Ollie lost approximately 30 pounds and suffered damage to his paw pads and nails during his ordeal, Abney noted he was in amazing shape considering the journey he'd been...

A Retriever-Shepherd Mix Was Found 4 Weeks Later and 62 Miles Away After Disappearing During Barn Fire

While Ollie lost approximately 30 pounds and suffered damage to his paw pads and nails during his ordeal, Abney noted he was in amazing shape considering the journey he'd been...

Australia's False Killer Whales Are Unique from Other Species of Their Kind

Australia's False Killer Whales Are Unique from Other Species of Their Kind

After the discovery of Australia's false killer whales as a distinct species, the race is on for the protection and conservation of these rare marine mammals.

Australia's False Killer Whales Are Unique from Other Species of Their Kind

After the discovery of Australia's false killer whales as a distinct species, the race is on for the protection and conservation of these rare marine mammals.

From Monaco to Senegal: 46 Endangered Tortoises Make the Long Journey Back Home

From Monaco to Senegal: 46 Endangered Tortoises Make the Long Journey Back Home

Young tortoises belonging to an endangered species have been taken back to their ancient homeland, where it's hoped they can survive and thrive in the wild.

From Monaco to Senegal: 46 Endangered Tortoises Make the Long Journey Back Home

Young tortoises belonging to an endangered species have been taken back to their ancient homeland, where it's hoped they can survive and thrive in the wild.

Raccoon Mom Lets Her Litter Meet the Woman Who Has Become Her Best Friend Forever

Raccoon Mom Lets Her Litter Meet the Woman Who Has Become Her Best Friend Forever

Raccoons are wildlife, but they can endear themselves to humans with their trusting hearts, just like in this story of Roxy and her raccoon family.

Raccoon Mom Lets Her Litter Meet the Woman Who Has Become Her Best Friend Forever

Raccoons are wildlife, but they can endear themselves to humans with their trusting hearts, just like in this story of Roxy and her raccoon family.

Sweet Lady with a Gentle Touch Heals a Pit Bull’s Broken Heart

Sweet Lady with a Gentle Touch Heals a Pit Bull’s Broken Heart

This pit bull got his heart broken after his owner abandoned him, but he was rescued by good samaritans, and a sweet lady took him into her heart and gave...

Sweet Lady with a Gentle Touch Heals a Pit Bull’s Broken Heart

This pit bull got his heart broken after his owner abandoned him, but he was rescued by good samaritans, and a sweet lady took him into her heart and gave...