El Daily Mail newspaper just published a curious study from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, according to which having a pet can rejuvenate us up to ten years. Obviously, this is the headline, although you have to read the fine print, since they speak above all about the benefits it brings to the elderly, since those with dogs are usually the ones who do more physical activity.
Those of us who have a pet know that our life would not be the same without it. They bring us many benefitsAlthough sometimes they give us a little work, which makes up for anything. We have fun with them, we walk, they keep us company, they understand us and they never leave us, not even in the low hours, so they are an important part of our lives.
According to this study, animals make people have more physical activity, which brings great benefits to their health, especially if we are talking about the elderly. It is proven that older people with pets are not only better physically, but also have more mental activity due to the responsibility of caring for their pet.
We all know that pets can be a great company at any age. From children, who learn to have responsibilities and have a faithful companion, to adults, who find a company that does not fail, and an excuse to have to get up from the sofa every day.
The psychological benefits They have also been studied, but it is not necessary to do studies to know that almost all owners talk with our pets and find support in them. They lower our stress levels, an evil that is the cause of many health problems today. So if you have not yet considered having a dog, you already have many reasons to adopt one.