Today there was an article in the Times that says that people who have pets are not actually healthier or happier than those without. I have to say I totally disagree with it because what they have failed to take into aaccount is the level of involvement of the people concerned.
Obviously if you have a dog and dont care for it as part of your family it's effect on your well being is going to be minimal. I believe, from experience, that if you love your dog as much as you can - his/her influence can be as therapeutic and stress busting as any other remedy thats on offer.
I still recall my mother telling me, three months after Beagle and Pug came into my home, how relaxed and stress free I looked and even today Husband constantly comments on how, when he comes home after a rotten day at work, the welcome they give him just makes it all go away.
I am sure you all agree with me on this one, and for all the good they give us - Here's to pets! at home and beyond!
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