Can pets feel love?

Scientific evidence would have you believe that only human beings are capable of complex feelings that include love and hate. However, talk to any dog or cat owner and chances are they'll say that they love their pets and receive equal love in return.

Distinctive areas of the brain light up on MRIs when humans are shown someone they love. Researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine saw the caudate area of the brain --which is involved in cravings -- become very active when study participants were shown an image of their significant other. Another area that lit up was the ventral tegmental, which produces dopamine, a powerful neurotransmitter that affects pleasure and motivation. Whether the same occurs in pets is debatable.
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Top names for dogs and cats

Dogs and cats will always hold a warm place in the hearts of pet-lovers. Naming that new puppy or kitten can take some forethought. You will need to find a name that will convey the spirit of the animal but also endure throughout the animal's life. Oftentimes pet owners turn to the movies or modern culture to help name their pets. Other times they simply have a name that is dear to them. Certain pets names are more popular than others. Here is the list of the top 10 names for both dogs and cats, courtesy of PetFinder.
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Beautiful lawn vs. faithful pet
Putting a stop to lawncare woes

Over time a pet who is routinely using a patch of grass as his personal potty will damage that stretch of lawn. The behavior of canines plus the chemical components of the urine contribute to the brown, dead patches synonymous with dog waste. But there are ways to mitigate the problem.
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Fun fish facts

Fish as pets are common in homes around the world. Fish can live in fresh water, saltwater or a combination of both, and depending on the type of fish, can be a relatively easy pet to maintain. Here are some fascinating facts about fish, large and small.
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