Owning a pet can boost life satisfaction as much as earning an extra £70,000 ($93,000) a year, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Kent and the London School of Economics.

For a majority of American pet owners, the bond between pets and their people runs much deeper than companionship. A new survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Pet ownership can extend life expectancy through improved mental and physical health, including reduced stress, ...