When I was younger, there was nothing quite like going to my local PetSmart and immediately running towards the section of the store where all of the adoptable cats were. As I made my way over to them ...

To help ease homesickness, some colleges have adopted pet-friendly policies for students living on- and off-campus. Moving off to college doesn’t mean you have to leave the family dog behind, at least ...

With the newfound independence and freedom a college student discovers, a desire to have a pet tag along for the adventure often follows. For these first-time pet owners, a furry friend can help ...

The 10 best pets for college students are small, low maintenance, and quiet but will still provide you with plenty of love. Kemal Yildirim/ E+ via Getty Images.

Besides the general upkeep of a pet’s health, June said she suggests simplifying care for a pet when possible. For example, she has a service which ships her cat’s food to he r apartment ...