Benefits of Having a Pet
Good news for all the pet owners — keeping your furry friends around can actually benefit your health. Owning a pet is known to improve the quality of your life, both mentally and physically.
Having a pet in your home can actually lead to a wellness boost on an emotional and social level. We all know pets are great companions, but what most of us don’t know is that pets, especially dogs and cats, are known to decrease risk of heart attacks, lower blood pressure and decrease stress and anxiety. Let's look at some of the many benefits of having a pet.
Owing a Pet Can Decrease Stress Levels
According to a study conducted at the State University of New York in 2002, researchers found that people felt more relaxed while completing a stressful task with their pets by their side rather than other family members. This is evidence enough that people feel more open and at ease when they have their non-judgmental furry friends around.
Today, many treatment centers and rehabilitation facilities allow pets to accompany their owners as they believe few things can serve better to create a home-style environment than having a pet around for support.
Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Health Benefits of Pets)Loyola Medicine (Animal Therapy Reduces Need For Pain Medication After Joint-Replacement Surgery)Diabetes Forecast (Could a Dog Save Your Life?)
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