The results of the survey have been revealed in early March. Out of 2,200 adult pet owners who took part, 84% of them said that pets have a “mostly positive impact on their mental health.” More than 60% of surveyed pet owners also credit pets for “being a true friend,” providing unconditional love and support, and offering them companionship.

Some pet owners also said their pets help them become more social, get a better grasp of their schedule, and encourage them to be more physically active. More than half of survey responders had dogs as their pets, followed by cats, birds, fish, and reptiles.

“As veterinarians, we witness firsthand the powerful bond between people and their animals and the positive impact pets can have on their emotional well-being,” said AVMA President Rena Carlson in a press release. “From offering companionship and unconditional love to reducing stress and anxiety, pets can be invaluable sources of comfort and support. These survey results further reinforce the importance of responsible pet ownership and the critical role pets play in our lives.”

There you have it. If you want to improve your mental health, getting a pet is a great way in achieving it. Don’t wait any longer to get yourself a new pet companion, and let them do their magic.

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Lower Stress

We live in a time when stress is a normal part of everyday life, but it doesn’t have to be like that for you. If you’re a dog owner, chances are your stress and anxiety levels are much lower than they would be if you had no pet.

Daily Activity

If you’re not someone who’s regularly motivated to exercise, getting a dog will do the trick. The owners of the pets that require often walking are more active and generally in better shape. Even if you’re not a fitness person, you can absolutely benefit from daily walks with a dog.

Emotional Support

Having a pet is also great for your mental health. Pet owners are more likely to manage long-lasting relationships as pets are great emotional support and help people feel less lonely and more extraverted.

Company During Illness

You know how your pet seems to feel that you’re in pain so they come and stay by your side until you get better? This is an absolutely amazing benefit of being a pet owner. Having a pet to love you unconditionally can help you get through many rough times.

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More Success

No matter how you define success, a good job, starting a family, or graduating, your chances of achieving it are higher if you have a dog.

Better Health

Dog owners are generally healthier than people without dogs. That’s partially due to regular walks and spending time in nature with their pets.

Better Relationships

Having a dog encourages empathy, which leads to dog owners having better interpersonal relationships.

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Healthier Heart

According to a 2008 study done by the University of Minnesota researchers, cat owners have a lower risk of heart attack. Another study followed in 2009 that showed that this group also has a lower risk of stroke.

Lower Stress

Cats are famous for their mid-day naps and if their owner joins them, chances are they will be less stressed, more productive, and more creative.

Fighting Depression

Cats help their owners deal with depression, mostly because they demand a daily routine, responsibility for another live being, and much needed social activity.

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Besides the unconditional love our pets can give, their presence can provide a wellness boost too. Study shows that having a pet can decrease stress, depression, and anxiety, it can also lower your blood pressure, improve your immunity and even decrease the risk of stroke and heart attack.

Owning more than one pet multiplies that level of happiness so many times. And these people are showing how their life looks like with pets on social media – some may have messy homes, others raise various challenges, but despite all of these, people are always happy to share their amazing life with pets.

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The results of the survey have been revealed in early March. Out of 2,200 adult pet owners who took part, 84% of them said that pets have a “mostly positive impact on their mental health.” More than 60% of surveyed pet owners also credit pets for “being a true friend,” providing unconditional love and support, and offering them companionship.

Some pet owners also said their pets help them become more social, get a better grasp of their schedule, and encourage them to be more physically active. More than half of survey responders had dogs as their pets, followed by cats, birds, fish, and reptiles.

“As veterinarians, we witness firsthand the powerful bond between people and their animals and the positive impact pets can have on their emotional well-being,” said AVMA President Rena Carlson in a press release. “From offering companionship and unconditional love to reducing stress and anxiety, pets can be invaluable sources of comfort and support. These survey results further reinforce the importance of responsible pet ownership and the critical role pets play in our lives.”

There you have it. If you want to improve your mental health, getting a pet is a great way in achieving it. Don’t wait any longer to get yourself a new pet companion, and let them do their magic.

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Lower Stress

We live in a time when stress is a normal part of everyday life, but it doesn’t have to be like that for you. If you’re a dog owner, chances are your stress and anxiety levels are much lower than they would be if you had no pet.

Daily Activity

If you’re not someone who’s regularly motivated to exercise, getting a dog will do the trick. The owners of the pets that require often walking are more active and generally in better shape. Even if you’re not a fitness person, you can absolutely benefit from daily walks with a dog.

Emotional Support

Having a pet is also great for your mental health. Pet owners are more likely to manage long-lasting relationships as pets are great emotional support and help people feel less lonely and more extraverted.

Company During Illness

You know how your pet seems to feel that you’re in pain so they come and stay by your side until you get better? This is an absolutely amazing benefit of being a pet owner. Having a pet to love you unconditionally can help you get through many rough times.

The post 4 Health Benefits For Pet Owners appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.

More Success

No matter how you define success, a good job, starting a family, or graduating, your chances of achieving it are higher if you have a dog.

Better Health

Dog owners are generally healthier than people without dogs. That’s partially due to regular walks and spending time in nature with their pets.

Better Relationships

Having a dog encourages empathy, which leads to dog owners having better interpersonal relationships.

The post Why are Dog Owners Happier Than Those Without Pets? appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.

Healthier Heart

According to a 2008 study done by the University of Minnesota researchers, cat owners have a lower risk of heart attack. Another study followed in 2009 that showed that this group also has a lower risk of stroke.

Lower Stress

Cats are famous for their mid-day naps and if their owner joins them, chances are they will be less stressed, more productive, and more creative.

Fighting Depression

Cats help their owners deal with depression, mostly because they demand a daily routine, responsibility for another live being, and much needed social activity.

The post Being a Cat Person Can Have Positive Impact on Your Health appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.

Besides the unconditional love our pets can give, their presence can provide a wellness boost too. Study shows that having a pet can decrease stress, depression, and anxiety, it can also lower your blood pressure, improve your immunity and even decrease the risk of stroke and heart attack.

Owning more than one pet multiplies that level of happiness so many times. And these people are showing how their life looks like with pets on social media – some may have messy homes, others raise various challenges, but despite all of these, people are always happy to share their amazing life with pets.

The post This is What Living With Multiple Pets Looks Like appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.