Influence of Pets on their Owners

The influence of pets on their owners is quite peculiar. It is not just about the fascination of having a pet; it is about many other factors that orbit around having a pet. A pet can make you have a responsible attitude towards life; a healthy personality and an accepting nature towards companionship.

All these are just basics but what exactly a pet does for us is much deeper. Having a pet is about having a family with extended relationships. The pet parents understand well enough that having a pet is like having just another member in the family. It is a part of the family.

We sometimes go through difficult times that are just unacceptable to us. Even though it might sound like a small exposure towards positivity, having a pet can help make great changes in those difficult times.

Different studies show that pets take a keen interest in their owners’ activities and daily life which results in them being more efficient towards their owners.

Blind people are always advised to and generally opt for a guide dog/pet. Why? A companion, a friend, a protector. These are a few key characteristics of a pet to the visually impaired.

Pets don’t only have to be domesticated family animals, they are capable of being trained to adapt to different jobs and lifestyles based on their owners’. The armies and the police are known to have dogs in the force to enhance their investigations and be the tracker for the team. They also look at them as a scout member who not only makes the owner proud but the whole army.

The influence of having a pet on our health is one of the vastly known factors. People with pets tend to have a healthy heart, an active lifestyle, and prosperous days. Just to be more specific, a pet can help you recover from illnesses such as depression and anxiety.

Pets are themselves quite therapeutic which results in a friendly and healthy environment in the family or the organization. The love they shower is something the owner looks forward to while going back to their pet.

There are people who are hesitant about having a pet in their homes. They tend to ask any pet parents they know what it is like to have a pet in the house, the pros and cons.

Organizations have opened their place of work to pets. There are offices where they have pets just to keep the environment healthy, friendly, and stress-free. There are also colleges and schools that bring in pets/ animals to raise awareness for mental health and what they bring into our lives.

Therapy Dogs:

They are trained to provide as much affection and care as is needed. Therapy dogs are available within the hospitals, retirement homes, schools, and disaster areas.

The hospitals let the patient bring their pet if the patient is in need. The pet lets you have peace of mind and calm your nerves.

Guide Dogs:

Trained to help and lead the blind, such dogs are determined to be a companion, friend, guidance in traveling, etc. Good at reading street signs, they work as a navigator for them.

Guard Dogs:

Some dogs are raised and trained specifically to be guard dogs. They are families that keep and/or buy retired guard dogs or train their dogs to be guard dogs. The main purpose for them is to ward off burglars or any kind of attack on the house residents.

Cafes:

Around the world, there are many cafes and places to eat where they welcome pets. A few of them have their own pets which are mainly for the entertainment of the customers. The people there pet them, play with them, buy their food for them, etc.

• Effects of a pet on children

With many more health benefits, having a pet can be nurturing, meditative, and humanizing.

It is advised to people who look forward to having a pet yet are restraining themselves for some or the other reasons; get a pet. Adopt one if it’s feasible to do so.

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” – Anatole France

Read more: https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/health-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Pets%20can%20help%20manage%20loneliness,bring%20happiness%20to%20their%20owners.