Heart Disease, Stress Among Health Issues Improved By Pets

There are tons of reasons everyone should have a furry friend in their life, but your pet also can play a role in keeping you healthy.

Owning pets can actually reduce your risk of heart disease, stress, and make you feel better emotionally and socially.

"We found that pet owners, on average, were better off than non-owners, especially when they have a higher-quality relationship with their pets," pet researcher Allen R. McConnell, told WebMD. "What [makes] a meaningful relationship varies from person to person."

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Stress, Pets, Exercise