There's something between animals and owners that is magical. While children may grow into ornery adolescents, pets don't have mood swings or meltdowns, and they never talk back. They're loyal and lovable; and even if we're irritable, they adore us unconditionally. In a competitive and critical world where we're always trying to change people, and they're trying to change us, pets let us feel that we're great just the way we are. That also bring out our nurturing instincts, and make us feel needed, worthwhile, and special.
Sally Abrahms "The Power of Pets"

We are all aware to some extent the power pets have on our physical well-being and state of mind! A study of 92 patients hospitalized in coronary care units for angina or heart attack found that those who owned pets were more likely to be alive a year later than those who did not.

Research has shown that pet ownership can:

• Reduce stress-induced symptoms
• Petting a dog has been shown to lower blood pressure.
• Bringing a pet into a nursing home or hospital can boost peoples' moods and enhance their social interaction.

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