Companionship And Mental health Benefits of Owning a Dog
To those who have had the pleasure of having a pet around knows what it means to have one. Dogs are commonly referred to as, "Man's Best friend" because of the loyalty, affection, and love they have for their humans. It's often said that dogs are man's best friend, in fact, Josh Billings once said that a dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than you love yourself. If you don't believe Josh then you probably haven't lived or interacted enough with dogs yet. This research on how we benefit from human-animal bonds suggests that dogs are more than just a friend to us. Most clients of veterinary practices have shown improvement in mental health with animal-assisted activities. A study done by Southern California Medical Clinic shows how dog owners or people who have dogs in their households live healthier and longer lives. They highlighted how having a dog around decreases the risk of having a cardiovascular disease. Isn't that