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Dogs provide emotional support

Posted March 29, 2018

dogs provide emotional support
Pets provide emotional support. Whether you want a healthier lifestyle or to feel better, a dog can help you achieve your goals.

Since the beginning of the human race, people have found emotional support in many animals. Today, many of us wouldn’t know how to survive without our pets.

Pets like dogs and cats have even been used as therapy animals to help treat anxiety, PTSD, and more. Owning pets provides stress-reducing benefits in addition to adding real joy to your life.

Pets lower risk of disease

You might know pets can reduce stress, but did you know they can also lower the chance of disease? There have been many studies on the health benefits of owning a pet, and researchers were surprised to discover that owning a pet can lower the risk for heart disease as well as lower blood pressure.

It is even suggested that those who own a dog or a cat make fewer visits to the doctor than those who don’t own any pets. These health statistics lead to greater emotional wellbeing since those in good health experience lower levels of stress, in general.

Pets provide a much-needed sense of purpose

Owning a pet can give life meaning. Many emotional issues can stem from feeling lost in life and like there is no meaning to continuing. If you feel like you’re simply going through the motions of life without any substantial feeling, a dog or cat might help fill the gaps. These animals rely on their owner for care, and when your pet thrives, you will feel a sense of pride and joy. Adopting an animal from a shelter can also add a layer of purpose since you can feel good about providing a quality home for a pet that otherwise would not have had one.

Pets encourage a positive, healthy lifestyle

There are many studies that show how leading a healthy lifestyle leads to greater emotional stability. Animals need exercise, particularly dogs, which is why owning one leads to making healthier choices. Whether owning a pet encourages you to take longer walks, be active in your own home, or simply to wake up earlier, you’re likely to lead a better lifestyle because of your pet. Because you feel a level of responsibility for your pet, you’re more likely to eat better as well since you wish to be around to continue to take care of your pet.

Pets provide companionship

emotional supportThere is no denying the power of companionship in having a more positive outlook on life. Those who struggle with feelings of loneliness can particularly benefit from owning a pet because pets can be affectionate creatures. While a dog or a cat cannot likely fill all of the voids of human interaction, they can help ease the daily strain of living alone or living a solitary life. Dogs in particular encourage people to explore the world outside of their house, and it may be an easy way for someone struggling with social interaction to navigate new experiences.

Look to your pet for emotional support

Pets are a great source of emotional support. Whether you’re looking to lead a healthier lifestyle or feel better about yourself, a dog or a cat can help you with your day-to-day life. If you find a great amount of relief with your pet and you suffer from anxiety or another disorder, you might wish to even register your pet as a therapy animal so they can accompany you regularly. Therapy pets are a great way to use the emotional benefits of your pet even when you aren’t at home. Ultimately, owning a pet is an easy way to boost your emotional support.

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