They can provide social, physical, mental and emotional boosts!There are very good reasons for people to get a pet — and not just because animals are cute!Animals are “so much more than pets,” says Molly Gross, CCLS, a certified child life specialist and facility dog...
by Louise B. Miller, PhDPets are an essential part of our psychological toolkit and a great source of comfort. The experience of spending time with an animal is beneficial in the context of your overall health and well-being.Petting, holding, or cuddling an animal...
They can provide social, physical, mental and emotional boosts!There are very good reasons for people to get a pet — and not just because animals are cute!Animals are “so much more than pets,” says Molly Gross, CCLS, a certified child life specialist and facility dog...
They can provide social, physical, mental and emotional boosts!There are very good reasons for people to get a pet — and not just because animals are cute!Animals are “so much more than pets,” says Molly Gross, CCLS, a certified child life specialist and facility dog...
by Liz DonovanThe old saying “dogs are man’s best friend” is just as accurate as it is cliché. Various studies have proven the effects dogs have on our health and well-being. For instance, in 2011, the American Psychological Association found that pet owners had...
