Dogs’ hearts beat in sync with owners
This study shows why having a dog is good for the heart.
Click here for reuse options!The study, which was funded by pet food firm Pedigree, is just the latest to show that having a dog is good for the heart.
For instance, a review of research by the American Heart Association suggested that pet owners have healthier hearts than other people – and dog owners particularly benefit.
This may be because of the necessity to go for walks, whatever the weather.
Dogs have also been found to help keep loneliness at bay and may even guard against glaucoma, one of the most common causes of blindness.
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Mike May 2nd, 2016 at 09:59
Forget all that crap…they’re just pretty cool to have around…
alpacadaddy May 2nd, 2016 at 13:08
My Old English Sheepdog is my co-pilot and all around best friend!
mistlesuede May 2nd, 2016 at 18:02
You really should read the entire story linked. The information about the effect on heartbeats is really quite fascinating, if true.