Do Pets Impact Your Health?

Pets can have a real impact on your overall health.  Potential benefits of owning a pet include lower blood pressure, greater social connectedness, enhanced mood, overall mental health--and more.  For older people, pets may make a significant difference in managing loneliness, lack of social contact and depression.

If you're considering a pet, or wondering if a pet is an option for someone in your life, here are a few articles that may help you make your decision!

https://www.cnn.com/2020/02/20/health/benefits-of-having-a-pet-wellness/index.htm

https://www.nutrenaworld.com/blog/the-top-5-benefits-of-having-a-petxl

https://www.everydayhealth.com/healthy-living/potential-health-benefits-of-owning-a-pet/

https://newsroom.cigna.com/unexpected-health-benefits-of-pets-for-older-americans