Health Benefits of Pet Ownership
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Emotional Wellness
-Pets are companions, and can greatly lessen loneliness. When you are feeling down, it can be nice to have the comfort of an animal by your side at all times. Pets offer unconditional love, through the good times and bad.
-Huffingtonpost.com states that petting your animal can reduce stress. Petting can be very relaxing. "When you connect with your pet, oxytocin, the hormone related to stress and anxiety relief, is released." -They can be uplifting to your mood. How they greet you with happiness when you walk in the door is an example of ways they can bring instant smiles. Also, playing fetch with your animal or going for a walk can help take your mind off the negatives. |