Healthier Heart - Your dog may make you less likely to
get heart disease. Why? Dog owners walk more and have lower blood
pressure than people who don't have dogs.
Stress Soothers -
Petting your cat or dog feels good. It can lower your blood pressure,
helps your body release a relaxation hormone, and cuts down on levels of
a stress hormone.
Better Mood, More Meaning -
People with pets are generally happier, more trusting, and less lonely
than those who don't have pets. They also visit the doctor less often
for minor problems.
Protection for Allergens - Babies raised in families that have pets may be less likely to get allergies and asthma, some studies show.
Social Butterfly -
People who use wheelchairs say that other people make eye contact with
them more often and ask if they can be of help when they're with their
dogs.
