Top 10 states for healthiest pets

1. Montana

2. Nebraska

3. Colorado

4. New Mexico

5. Idaho

46. New Hampshire: This New England state ranked 49th on the list for most days with precipitation, making for treacherous drives. Combine that with higher costs for maintenance and poor infrastructure, the state finds itself down the list at 46th. However, the state ranks high on the list for fewest car thefts. (Pictured: Manchester)

7. South Dakota

8. Wyoming

9. Kansas

10. North Dakota

Hugs: MNN says dogs put their legs and paws on other dogs as a show of dominance, and that many instances of children getting bit is when they go in for an embrace. Most dogs hate it, and you'll be hard pressed to find one who enjoys the hug of a primate.