“Families with children are more likely to own dogs ... As human connections become more strained, many individuals turn to dogs and other pets as emotional substitutes.

Rosie O’Donnell, 63, says she was 'scared 'for her 12-year-old child Clay before they were 'saved' by their service dog Kuma.

It is important to teach our kids to be kind to animals, and dog safety is particularly vital given the fact that about 65 ...

Pediatric emergency departments could turn to dogs to reduce anxious kids and parents alike, potentially offering an alternative to medications, new data suggest. The randomized clinical trial of ...

The increase in dog ownership coincides with declining birth rates, but not because dogs are replacing children. Instead, both trends reflect changes in social networks and caregiving dynamics.

Having a furry friend can add fun and companionship for anyone — but for children with autism, it can be life-changing. A recent study from the University of Arizona College of Veterinary ...

In some countries, the number of dogs has increased so much that it now exceeds the number of children. While the emotional significance of dogs is clearly rising worldwide, it remains uncertain ...