By Josie March 18th, 2024
It is this constant source of affection and companionship that can significantly boost our emotional well-being.
Petting and playing with dogs have been shown to lower stress levels, decrease blood pressure, and reduce cortisol, a stress-related hormone.
When you own a dog, you are simply forced to exercise and get fresh air regularly.
The habit of walking and feeding your dog offers a sense of purpose and responsibility that can enhance overall life satisfaction.
Dogs can provide a sense of security at home, alerting their owners to potential intruders.
Children raised with dogs often show improved empathy, higher self-esteem, and better social skills.
Again, simply by just being themselves dogs will bring so much joy into your life. There’s a reason why the internet is flooded with hilarious dog videos after all.
Not only is it a constant friend, it’s also a reason to keep up an active lifestyle which will add many years to your life.
By having to take your dog into account on a daily basis, you’ll inevitably become a more compassionate person.
Exposure to dogs at an early age has been linked to a lower risk of developing allergies (not only towards dogs) and asthma.