I love my dog. She is content to sit at my feet all day, every day; revels in her slow morning walks with me; and is the best conversation starter with company and new friends. That’s why when I ran across this research article about the benefits of having pets, I was thrilled.

Did you know even just 30 minute per week interacting with a pet can decrease feelings of loneliness and can improve physical activity? Need another reason to tote your furry friend along? Read the full article by clicking the button below!