Pet owners enjoy plenty of health benefits from living with their furry friends. On the other hand, there are some less positive issues to keep in mind, like allergies and infections. Protect yourself and your family with these tips. Maximizing the Health Advantages of Pet Ownership Reduce stress. Petting an animal tends to lower your … Continue reading How Pets Affect Your Health
Written by Nat Smith, Rover.com community member. Rover is the nation’s largest network of 5-star pet sitters and dog walkers. They say that dog owners live happier, longer lives. One big reason? Dogs can help you get out more often, stick to your workouts, and stay upbeat while you’re at it. How can your pet […] … Continue reading Why Dog Owners are Happier
British researchers found that walking a dog will give you a mental health boost — it simply makes you feel happy. via Researchers Say Walking Dogs Is Great For Your Mental Health — CBS Detroit
The correlation between pet ownership and our mental and physical well-being has been well-documented. Sharing our lives with dogs, cats, and other companion animals makes us happy, and has health benefits like lowering stress and blood pressure. But owning a dog and taking your best friend outside for regular walks and play sessions can be […] … Continue reading Dogs Improve Senior Health
