Whatever the species, it is important to attend to companion animal needs—in the community, in the home, and when we are away. We have to plan for their care when we travel—whether they stay behind ...

Shelters across the U.S. are struggling to keep pace with the number of animals coming in and need support from their ...

The Animal Care Act requires companion animal breeders to be licensed, and to meet basic standards for housing and veterinary care. But in practice, those lifesaving licensing requirements have not ...

SIGNIFICANCE: Positive physiological and psychological benefits have been linked to the presence of companion animals ... nursing theory to improve care. Further investigation is necessary to clarify ...