There’s always a silver lining

Writer: Hilldidge Beer.

In torrid times, like those we are experiencing now, our pets are an important source of comfort and companionship. Numerous global studies have shown the impact pets have on the emotional and physiological wellbeing of their owners. Let’s focus on those, and on what we can do to maximise this special bond.

COVID-19 has the world in a frenzy, and with good reason, but there is currently no evidence to suggest that companion animals can be a source of infection to people. In fact, now more than ever, as we face extended periods of self-isolation our pets will become important sources of support and wellbeing.

Several large scientific studies conclude that dog owners, for example, are healthier than people who do not have a dog in the house.

Dog owners are at lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, probably because they exercise more. When you have a dog you have to walk it, even in bad weather.

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