The Mental Health Benefit of Pets

Most pet owners can agree that pets make us happy. It wasn’t until recently that scientists found evidence to back up those claims. There are obvious ways that pets help us, like giving us companionship and amusement in our daily lives, for example. However, it was recently tested that people who own pets have been linked to living longer and happier lives than those who do not. The exact cause-and-effect relationship isn’t clear, but various researchers can conclude that pets make us happy and therefore can positively impact our mental health. Here are 3 ways that owning a pet can lead to healthier minds.

Pets Relieve Stress

Pets Give Us Purpose

Pets Keep Us Grounded

Pets distract us from our troubles, but they also require a large amount of work. Both are reasons why pets keep us grounded in the present. As humans, we often spend time thinking about the future and trying to control events that have not yet occurred. With the help of our pets, we are reminded to live for today and care and control what is present in our lives. Having a pet around also entices us to take care of ourselves. Pets motivate their owners to practice self-care, ensuring that there is always someone around who’s able to care for the animal. From children to elderly patients, adopting a will enrich the lives of every member in the family, supporting both mental and physical health.

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