Today is Earth Day and it’s a great time to consider the impact of our household pets on the planet and what we humans can do to reduce their “carbon pawprints.”

Yes, it’s true. Households with pets have larger carbon footprints than others. Pet loving homes tend to consume more foods, generate more waste and utilize energy at higher rates. Nonetheless, there are a number of steps pet owners...

Cats may get the raw end of the deal when it comes to how much their owners are willing to pay for their medical expenses relative to dogs. And they may have fewer bucks thrown in their direction when it comes to research.

Despite the stats, we still love our cats like mad. Dogs may win out for now in terms of dollars but there’s no reason for that condition to persist. In fact, demographic