Know the health benefits of having a dog at home

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Have you ever wondered why they say that the dog is the best friend of man? It is not only because of the company that contributes but because of the benefits it brings to the physical and emotional health of a human having a dog in the house because The person constantly releases serotonin and dopamine, which decrease heart rate, anxiety and stress.

Dogs can reduce the heart rate and blood pressure of people to such an extent that by releasing stress there is less risk of heart attacks and coronary heart disease, according to the American Heart Association.

              
In fact, an investigation by the National Institutes of Health of the United States found that the life expectancy of people with heart disease who have dogs is higher than those who do not have it. One reason is that the owner of a dog makes a daily walk of approximately 20 minutes, which makes the difference.

At the household level, having a dog reduces the risk of allergies and respiratory diseases, especially in infants and children, because children strengthen their immune system with daily coexistence with the pet, confirms a study by the University of Finland , who found that babies in the long term, suffer less respiratory problems and ear infections.

Another study from the University of Miami ensures that people with dogs are happier and less likely to have depressive symptoms, because they feel the protection and confidence of their pet that blocks feelings of loneliness and isolation.

"For all these benefits to be reflected in people it is important to keep in mind that the owner must be attentive to the comprehensive care of your pet, that has an adequate diet according to their needs and stage of life. Regular visits to the veterinarian, a deworming program and up-to-date vaccinations also guarantee the dog's well-being, "said María Cocho, regional director of Nestlé Purina Pet Care.

Dogs benefit so much human health that in several places in the world there are centers to train dogs in the detection of cancer and warning of possible epileptic seizures.

Edited March 9, 2019 by -Dark ✖
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