The $12 Billion Benefits of Man’s Best Friend
We have always known that there is a powerful, positive relationship between pet ownership and well-being; this special bond can decrease blood pressure, elevate mood, reduce feelings of stress/anxiety and aide in the recovery from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Now, according to Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI), there are (2) more main benefits of pet ownership:
1. Decreased medical appointments as compared to non-owners, and
2. Lower obesity rates among dog owners who frequently walk their dog five or more times per week.
Reduced frequency of physician office visits and fewer obesity treatments, amount to a whopping total annual savings of nearly $12 billion. This is great news to the approximately 80 million U.S. families that own a pet! Here at Ask The Vet, we want to wish you a Happy, Healthy New Year and a BIG thank you to all the pets that have enriched our lives and kept us healthy!!!!
In 2019, Ask The Vet is here to take care of all of your veterinary needs.
Call for an appointment today at 1.866.880.7443 or schedule an appointment on the website at www.askthevetatl.com via the ‘Book Now’ link.
