Did you know there are health benefits to living with and loving a pet?
Studies have shown health benefits for people of all ages such as reducing stress levels, improving well being, lowering cholesterol, reducing depression and lowering blood pressure. Pets also provide social interaction, comfort, acceptance and independence.
I’ve seen pet therapy in action in an assisted living facility. The patients were anxious on the days “Russ” would visit. The patients would eagerly pet him and almost all of them remembered his name.
Pets are great companions who demand some attention. They can teach us many valuable life lessons. Pets have been treasured companions for many years.
Pets are healthy for us!
