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The Whole Chihuahua: Owning Pets Can Improve Overall Health

Your day has spiraled into a cyclone of   stress. Nothing seems to be going right. Everything sparks fits of frustration. Who is going to throw you a lifeline? What will pull you out of the gravitational grip of your bad day? Frequently, it’s your pet. That’s one of the great benefits of pet ownership. They can melt your stress away. Cuteness, cuddles, and unconditional support after a hard day is just the start of what your pet can do for you. The anecdotal evidence of pet-owner benefits is backed up by plenty of evidence of how pets can improve overall health. Whether you’re single, have children, are young, elderly, or have special needs, research shows having an animal you love is good for your   mental, emotional, and physical health . If you aren’t allergic to them, pets are good, healthy additions to your family. Physical Benefits of Owning a Pet Exercising, caring for, and just being around pets can boost your overall physical health, lower your risk of developing cert...