Pets and Your Health

    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.

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    How Pets Can Make You Sick

    Pets and Allergies

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    Pet Quiz

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    Pets & Your Health Q&As

    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

    		Q

    What are the health benefits of having a pet?
    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. . .


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