How Having a Dog in the House Affects a Person's Mood: Experts Reveal a Curious Fact

19.06.2023 14:19

Many people know that a person develops deeper and more vivid relationships with a dog than with cats or any other animals.

This is explained by the dog’s emotionality and its high level of social orientation.

A pet is human-oriented in everything, and therefore is capable of exerting an amazing influence on the life of its owner.

How does the appearance of an animal affect the emotional background of household members?

Experts note that a dog can have an exceptionally positive effect on the human nervous system. The more you communicate with a dog, the lower your stress level becomes.

Irritable people become calmer and more balanced.

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It is worth noting that the animal helps to overcome a severe depressive episode and generally alleviates the course of chronic depression.

A person who builds a healthy relationship with a dog becomes happier over time.

Therefore, you can consider acquiring an animal as one of the factors for improving your own life.

Marina Michalap Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor