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Americans are asking too much of their dogs

  • Written by Margret Grebowicz, Distinguished Professor of the Humanities, Missouri University of Science and Technology
Americans are asking too much of their dogsSome people appreciate relationships with pets to combat loneliness – but others simply prefer dogs' company.Catherine Falls Commercial/Moment via Getty Images

Americans love dogs.

Nearly half of U.S. households have one, and practically all owners see pets as part of the family – 51% say pets belong “as much as a human...

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