Pets & Your Health: Exercise, Well-Being & Allergies

The Healing Power of Pets

Keeping an animal companion does wonders for your health, lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol, boosting your immunity and mental well-being and even helping you live longer.

Get in Shape with Your Pet

A dog can make staying active more fun.

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Exercising with Your Dog

Pets Heal the Mind

Spending time with a pet is a proven way to relieve stress and lift your spirits. Studies have found that pet owners feel less lonely, are more socially active, have better self-esteem and handle negative feelings better than people who don’t have pets.

How Pets Can Make You Sick

Pets and Allergies

THIS Causes Pet Allergies
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Pets & Your Health Q&As

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)	Q	What are the health benefits of having a pet?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)	A	There are many health benefits of owning a pet. The companionship of pets can help manage loneliness and depression. Pets can increase your opportunities to exercise, participate in. . . Read More

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