Entries by Betsy Thibaut-Stephenson

Who Has The Cutest Pet on Capitol Hill?

Check out #ouressentialcompanions and help chose the cutest dog, cat, and exotic pet on Capitol Hill by voting in the Cutest Pets contest today! Vote Now!

Dog Lovers Connect and Find Pup-Approved Love

If you’re looking for someone who loves dogs just as much as you, look no further than the new dog-lover dating app, Dig. The app, created by sisters Leigh and Casey Isaacson, was created for people who “live a dog-forward lifestyle” and want to romantically connect with someone of a similar mindset. Read more at People.com […]

Bark it up! It’s International Dog Day!

Where would we be without our dogs? Dog owners know that every day is dog day, but August 26 is International Dog Day, so take a moment to celebrate Fido and his furry friends. Read more about the importance of pets in our lives here.

Pandemic blues? Turns out, our pets have been waiting for this moment

As a child, Jen Currin-McCulloch noticed the effects of the human-animal bond while following her dad around his veterinary clinic. “I began to notice the strong bonds that humans had with their animals, and the roles that they played in their lives for companionship, comfort, and a sense of purpose,” she said. Continue reading to […]

Get Healthy, Get a Dog: The Health Benefits of Canine Companionship

Dog owners know that their furry friends offer unparalleled companionship. A growing body of research shows they also do much more: owning a dog can prompt you to be more physically active, reduce feelings of isolation, calm jagged nerves, and improve the lives of older individuals.   Read more from Harvard Health Publishing.

Cat Lovers Connect and Create Feline-Focused Couples

Just in time for International Cat Day on August 8,  cat lovers rejoice! There is now a dating app made specifically for cat people to connect — Tabby. Created by sisters Leigh and Casey Isaacson, the app is designed “for both cat lovers and cat owners,” according to a release. “Cat-lovers will be able to meet […]

Celebrating International Cat Day

Has there ever been a better time to celebrate our pets? August is 8 is International Cat Day, so take a moment to recognize what cat owners around the world know: we’re better because of our furry friends. Read more here. 

How Pets Can Boost Your Mood & Keep Your Brain Healthy

Therapy animals have long been the trusted companions of people with disabilities. Now, animals of all kinds are proving their value to individuals dealing with a wide range of conditions, including depression and even dementia. Read more from the Cleveland Clinic.