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Parks board greenlights dog park design

Parks board greenlights dog park design

Plans are moving along for an off-leash dog park off Rizzo Lane in Belgrade’s far north. Members of the Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation Board voted unanimously this month to approve the design for the Brandi A. Crawford Community Dog Park, subject to final approval by city

Does cuddling cats or dogs actually ease anxiety?

Does cuddling cats or dogs actually ease anxiety?

By Stephen Beech Cuddling cats or dogs during stressful times doesn't ease anxiety, according to a new study. Researchers found that cat owners who hug their pets when under stress can actually make negative emotions worse. The Dutch study showed that interacting with pets when under pressure did

Would New Jersey’s Proposed $900 Pet Tax Credit Replace the Need for Pet Insurance? | Insurify

Newly introduced New Jersey legislation would give pet owners a tax credit of up to $600 annually to help cover veterinary costs and $300 for everyday pet expenses. The bill is a long way from approval, but even if it passes, pet parents may want to think twice before canceling

10 States with the Best Pet Healthcare - Insurify

Fifty-five percent of U.S. households own a pet, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, which means 68.5 million homes enjoy the companionship of Rex, Mittens, Polly, or Goldy. But your furry, feathered, or finned friends can be costly, especially when it comes to their healthcare. Pet

Two Large California Pet Insurers Set to Hike Rates in 2024 | Insurify

More than 84,000 California pet owners could see double-digit rate increases for their pet insurance coverage this year. In April, the state’s Department of Insurance approved significant rate increases for Metropolitan General Insurance Company and American Modern Home Insurance Company. Metropolitan, which sells pet policies through MetLife

New York Moves to Regulate Pet Insurance Industry in the State | Insurify

New York pet owners may soon see a change in their pet insurance policies. Legislators recently passed a law that establishes industry standards in the state and gives New York’s Department of Financial Services oversight of the industry. The law requires pet insurers operating in New York to follow

The 10 Best Cities for Dog Owners (2024) | Insurify

Parents want the best for their kids — and that’s true of dog parents, too. Insurify’s data science team analyzed the 100 most populous cities in the U.S. to find the most dog-friendly places. The 10 best cities for dog owners boast various amenities that increase the