ENPets are our best friends
Pets are part of our daily lives and families. It not only keeps us company but also provides emotional and physical support. The fact that more and more people want to own a pet every day is proof of this.
The foundations of childrens love for animals are laid in infancy; It is very important for raising self-confident, empathetic, strong and healthy individuals.
They help us move away from negative emotions
Thinking of a close friend after a bad experience can help you feel better. Likewise, it has been suggested that thinking about your pet has the same effect. In a study of 97 pet owners, participants were unknowingly exposed to a negative social experience. They are then asked to write an essay about their best friend or pet, or draw a map of their college campus. This study showed that participants who wrote about their pet or best friend showed no negative emotions and were equally happy, even after negative social experiences.
They may help reduce the risk of allergies
Contrary to popular belief, owning a pet does not make you more susceptible to allergies.
In fact, studies show that having a pet from childhood may reduce the risk of animal allergies later in life. Studies on young adults have shown that people who had a pet at home during infancy were approximately 50% less likely to develop an allergic reaction to animals. According to this; It can be said that there is no harm in having a pet in a family with children (if there is no existing allergy).
They encourage exercise and socialization
Studies show that people who own pets tend to exercise more than other people. It has also been observed that pet owners are more social and more capable of overcoming situations such as loneliness and social isolation. This is true for people of all ages, but has been noted to be especially true for older pet owners.
They make us healthier
The American Heart Association has stated that pets help us be healthier. Owning a pet has been shown to regulate blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels, and reduce the risk of developing obesity and cardiovascular diseases. Studies have shown that cat owners are 40% less likely to have a heart attack or stroke than other people. Experts dont yet know exactly "how" pets improve our health, but they are sure they do.
They help improve self-esteem
A study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology in 2011 revealed that pet owners not only have higher self-confidence, but also feel a greater sense of belonging and are more extroverted than people who do not own pets. The reason for this may be that animals make us feel that they need us or that they attach to us with a judgment-free and unconditional love.
They put our lives in order
Taking daily walks, creating playtimes, preparing meals, and making regular vet visits… These are a few of the activities that a responsible pet owner must do. Through these activities, pets help us bring routine and discipline to our lives. These ordinary tasks become our habits after a while and enable us to be more productive and disciplined in everything we do.
They reduce our stress
Having a dog as a companion reduces measurable levels of stress in humans, and there is extensive medical research on the subject. The American Heart Association conducted a study of people with high blood pressure. Their findings: It was concluded that patients who had pets were able to keep their blood pressure lower whenever they experienced stress throughout their lives, compared to those who did not have pets. Their unconditional love becomes a support system for us whenever we are stressed.