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A recent study out of Britain that included 6,000 people who were under lockdown between March 23 and June 1 showed about 90% had at least one pet. Of those, more than 90% said their pet helped them cope emotionally with the lockdown and 96% said their pet helped keep them fit and active.
According to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are many health benefits of owning a pet. They can increase opportunities to exercise, get outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving us companionship. Most households in the United States have at least one pet.
Studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets can increase fitness, lower stress, and bring happiness to their owners. Some of the health benefits of having a pet include:
- Decreased blood pressure
- Decreased cholesterol levels
- Decreased triglyceride levels
- Decreased feelings of loneliness
- Increased opportunities for exercise and outdoor activities
- Increased opportunities for socialization
National Pet Day on April 11th dedicates the day to those pets who may not always get the companionship and attention pets deserve. While loving our pets is something we do every day, the observance encourages helping out orphaned pet companions. It will improve their health and enhance their opportunities for adoption.
HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalPetDay
Take supplies to those pets in shelters. Help a friend with pets who is recovering from an illness. Adopt a pet. Give your pets extra love with a bath and rub down. Use #NationalPetDay on social media.
Below, please find a short video sharing photos of some of the staff at the Beuhler Center pet friends. (Audio is included)
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