According to Harvard Health, owning a dog is likely to be associated with a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association also supports that statement by saying, “Pet ownership, particularly dog ownership, may play a casual role in reducing CVD risk” (AHA Scientific Statement).
It is important to take your pets on a walk every day. Not only do they need exercise, but exercising is crucial to your health too. Pet owners are less likely to be obese due to more physical activity than those without pets. There are also many psychological benefits to walking your dog. Collington’s grounds offer hundreds of acres of land for you and your pet to enjoy, so start taking advantage of the land along with this beautiful weather!
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There are various benefits to having a dog. Reduced stress is a huge one of them. Coming home to a dog that is ecstatic to see you will always brighten even the darkest of days, even more so than a fellow human could. Here are some other benefits to having a dog as a way to improve senior health.
Owning a pet has been linked to the decrease in cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure, according to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Learn more about how dogs can help reduce stress, obesity, and cholesterol.
Dogs can help you bounce back after the loss of a loved one. They are there for you when you need them most. Dealing with losing someone close to you is never easy, but furry friends can be the medicine you need to start feeling like yourself again. By reducing loneliness, stress, and depression, dogs live up to their name of being man’s best friend.