Pets

How many of you have had a pet over the years?  We can remember guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, turtles, fish and dogs.  What about you?

We are thinking about our pets and how they made us responsible because we needed to clean cages or water and of course feed whatever pet we had.

If you own a dog or cat there can be additional benefits.  When you are greeted in the morning or evening after work, they are usually so happy to see you that a smile spreads across your face.

Love is an obvious benefit to having a pet.  The feelings are usually mutual and especially for a dog or cat they usually become a part of your family too.

According to the Cleveland Clinic you reap other health benefits from your furry friends.

You get an emotional boost from your dog or cat and you also get physical and mental benefits.

For dogs, you need to walk them and play with them which provides physical exercise.  Your stress can lower too with petting and snuggling with your cat or dog.

Additionally, your social life can expand because there are times when strangers will start a conversation over your dog. Going to a dog park can spark conversations and maybe skill in keeping dogs happy with each other.

Finally, animals also help you to keep a routine.  Whether it’s taking walks or feeding time, dogs and cats have internal clocks to keep us on a schedule. 

Private Home Health Care loves animals.  We know it might not be for everyone but a pet can help us in many ways in the right situation.