Almost any pet owner will say with confidence that a pet brings a lot of joy and happiness. In the article we will talk about this in more detail.
How pets support mental health
Interestingly, clinical studies also show the same: dogs, cats, and even fish can reduce stress levels, help fight depression, and allow you to socialize.
According to the PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) report, 94% of pet owners believe that they help them be happier, and 44% believe that a pet has helped them through a difficult period of life.
Contact with animals raises the level of the hormone oxytocin, which in turn allows you to reduce the level of the stress-causing hormone - cortisol. Therefore, now, in the event of stressful conditions, doctors even recommend getting a pet. Interaction with pets is especially beneficial for babies.
Care and bonding with pets teaches us to love and respect, to be friends and to empathize. And all this is useful at any age.
