Do you think your pet keeps you healthy? Have you noticed how good you feel after hanging out with your pet? Well it has been proven, many times over, that owning a pet can aide in good health for everyone in the family!

Let’s discuss ways your pet keeps you healthy

Have high blood pressure?

Studies show owning a pet is the perfect prescription! Owning a pet is a stress reliever.  By petting your dog or cat or whatever pet you may have, your body releases a relaxation hormone. This simple action also reduces a stress or hormone within your body. So see, you can’t help but feel relaxed.  And you’re not the only one who benefits from this time together. Your pet is also relaxing.  Therefore, your pet keeps you healthy by relieving stress! It’s a win win situation.

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