Why Is Having A Pet So Important? - Positive Impacts On Our Physical And Mental Health

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Who’s never been moved by a kitten or a puppy? Personally, I melt completely in front of these little balls of fur! That’s how I ended up adopting my cat. I fell in love with him, and he’s now been part of my life for 10 years! He’s a true companion with whom I interact a lot on a daily basis. Having a pet is one of the best decisions you can make. They’re a member of the family and do so much good both for our mental and physical health.

Why Is Having A Pet So Important? - Positive Impacts On Our Physical And Mental Health
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What are the benefits of pets for human health?

Having a pet is good for your heart

It’s always a pleasure to cuddle an animal, but beyond the figurative sense, it’s excellent for your heart too! Being in contact with a four-legged companion could reduce the risks of developing a cardiovascular disease. When we stroke a dog or a cat, it gives us a feeling of well-being. This is because we release endorphins produced in our body!

➜ Adrenaline and corticosteroids are lowered, heart rate decreases and breathing slows down… Just like when you do mindfulness meditation.

Beneficial for little ones

The first advantage of having a pet at home when you have children is that it reduces their risk of allergy and asthma. Indeed, being in regular contact with an animal enables them to grow accustomed to the hair and saliva, which are highly allergenic. The earlier the child is brought into contact with an animal, the less likely they are to be allergic.

🐶 Having a pet at home also enables your little ones to be responsible. Animals have a routine, you need to feed them, clean them, walk them, etc. It teaches your child to take care of a living being.

Having a pet is also good for your mental health

An aid to fight depression

Everyone can see that the animals we love calm us down and reassure us. Being in contact with a little ball of fur greatly reduces the risk of experiencing symptoms of depression. Having a cat or a dog in the house makes you feel less lonely. Personally, I’ve lived on my own for years, and I’m happy to know that there’s someone waiting for me at home.

➜ As well as having companionship, pet owners have noticed that they have a more positive perception of others. A relationship with an animal allows you to develop more empathy with all living beings as a whole.

Socializing through animals

In addition to this, they promote our social life. Dog owners, for example, say that they’ve never had so many conversations with strangers. It’s a good way to meet new people or simply discuss a simple topic with acquaintances or neighbors.

😺 For children, too, it’s also a good way to communicate. If a child has difficulty expressing themselves with adults, they can do so without any problem, as animals don’t judge.

Animals help the sick

There are more and more nursing and retirement homes that are allowing pets. Elderly people are very reassured and even calmed down by having a cat or a dog in their life. They keep them company on a daily basis and provide them with an undeniable psychological support.

➜ Moreover, health professionals have observed that the consumption of medication is reduced thanks to the presence of animals. They also help children with autistic disorders enormously. Autistic children are more at ease with animals and interact more with them!

Editor’s note: Getting a pet is a responsible act

Pets have a very beneficial influence on us, and doctors agree that they are a precious support for elderly or isolated people. These little creatures bring life into an empty house. But beware, they aren’t a plaster you leave at the side of the road at the first opportunity. Getting a pet is a commitment for many years.

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