Dogs are often seen as people’s best friends. They’re happy to see you when you come home, they’ll lick your face and they’ll even keep your feet warm at night. With all of that, how can they not be your best friend?
Pets are great for mental health. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that there are many positive effects to living with a pet including fewer feelings of worry, decreased feelings of depression, and an increase in social interactions with others. This article provides some more information on why dogs make great pets!
Here is another article that you might find interesting on the benefits of owning a dog! Dogs help with feelings of depression and anxiety.
Some studies have even shown that dogs can reduce high blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, and obesity in their owners. Another study shows that having a pet dog reduces the risk of heart disease by almost 50%!
When you want to find a great new pet, look no further than your local animal shelter. There are so many wonderful dogs out there who are looking for their forever homes, and they would make the perfect addition to anyone’s family.