We all have bad days. No matter how positive our outlook, sometimes we just feel a little blue.
It seems the best answer to fixing those bad days could be already be in your home!
Greatist found 11 ways your four-legged friend will actually improve your life, all backed by real science. In addition to helping you out mentally, it turns out having a dog around can lower your blood pressure and boost your immune system. And our personal favorite ““ dogs even ease workday pressure and stress.
Considering adoption?
For those of you who already have a dog in your life, great! For anyone considering adopting, make sure you’re ready for the commitment. Dogs, and especially puppies, take a lot of time to care for and train. If you adopt a puppy without being fully prepared for it, you’re just adding more responsibility and stress to your plate.
Can’t adopt? No problem! Local shelters always need volunteers. You can spend as much time as you’d like with the animals, without having the daily responsibility of the caring for a dog. Even better, the dogs get much-needed exercise and love.
