At a time when loneliness has become a serious health concern...
Walking with your dog is good for your bond, and being more bonded makes you want to be outside together more - which is good for your mental health.
But studies are also helping us understand how dogs can reduce loneliness and chronic mental health illness.
Petting or snuggling with a dog offers a boost of feel-good hormones and a reduction in the stress hormone cortisol, similar to hugging a human.
A look at 10 months of pet ownership found that adopting dogs led to less difficulty sleeping and a decrease in health issues like indigestion and headaches.
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