Does owning a pet have health  benefits?

1. Playing with a pet can elevate levels of serotonin and dopamine, which calm and relax.l

2. Heart attack patients live longer if they have a pet than those who don't.

3. Provides companionship

4. Adds routine and structure in your day.

4.1. Balanced/reduced stress

5. Study shows that pets are therapeutic and can reduce stress in people.

6. They also reduce anxiety and depression

7. Owning a pet improves mood.