My four kids have been begging us to get a dog for many, many years. Every time they asked, I had a slew of very valid reasons why the answer was always, "No." Dogs are expensive, they bark, they ...

If you've been pining for a pet and you're trying to pitch it to your partner, consider whipping this factoid out: Pets can boost a child's self-esteem and help their social-emotional development.

"Until you're in those moments, a dog snuggling in bed is so much more than just snuggling in bed." ...