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Cats Purrfect at Getting Needs Met, Study Shows
'Cry embedded in a purr' exploits human psyche, researchers say

A Pet’s Bite Can Pass on MRSA
Resistant staph bacteria is being transmitted between animals and humans, study finds

Need a Walking Partner? Try a Dog
Those who do are apt to exercise (and enjoy it) more, experts say

Discovery Could Eliminate Harmful Gene Mutation in Dogs
Scientists may be able to prevent heredity disorder in Golden Retrievers

Things to Know If You’re Contemplating a Pet
Thinking ahead about the animal's and family's needs is key, expert says

Beware of Dog Bites
Experts offer advice on how to avoid being attacked

Pooches Sometimes Miss the Point
Like 2-year-old kids, dogs understand some but not all gestures, researchers say

Cat Food-Linked Illness Yields Clues to MS
Affected felines recovered from a similar neurological disorder, researchers say

For All Their Plusses, Pets Pose a Risk for Falls, Too
Being pulled by a dog or chasing a cat causes many tumbles, CDC reports

Dogs Help in Hunt for New Cancer Drugs
Research with canines may one day lead to new therapies to benefit humans