Pets are true friends who can contribute both to the welfare of the owner, tired after a day of work, and improve his general health condition. Here’s what pets may influence on the human body:
Pets strengthen the immune system of their owners
Studies have shown that many of the children who grow up surrounded by animals – whether it is a dog, cat, or large farm animals – are less likely to develop allergies or asthma later in life.
Also, where animals live in the home, the children risk to develop eczema is much lower. “Dogs are dirty, and babies who are exposed to dirt and allergens have a stronger immune system,” said James E. Gern, one of the researchers who conducted the study on the influence of pets on human health.
Pets help in making friends
Pets, especially dogs, can help you better relate with people around, thus you are more likely to make new friends. Dogs can help you get rid of shyness and social isolation.
It is more easily for strangers to start conversations in the presence of a pet. People ask about the race of a pet, its age, about the difficulties of growing it and start a real conversation right there, which may be the beginning of a true and lasting friendship.
Pets are “treatment” for various diseases
According to studies, people with Alzheimer’s have fewer bouts of anxiety, where there is an animal in the house, near them.
Dogs are also real friends to blind people who are able to move around with them, getting numerous things done, and avoiding accidents when outside.
People suffering from AIDS are less likely to suffer from depression if they have a pet, especially if they are very fond of it.
In addition, research also shows that patients with hypertension who adopted a cat or dog, felt a significant improvement in their health, many symptoms being reduced.
Another benefit that your pet brings to your health is that it helps to increase levels of serotonin and dopamine – neurotransmitters that affect mood, giving pleasures in your daily life.