There are many reasons we are thankful for our four-legged, furry friends. Below are just a few! Comfort and love. A pet’s love is unconditional. It doesn’t matter what happened to you during the day, your dog is ready to greet you with a kiss and your cat will cuddle with you regardless. The physical contact of being with your pet can provide warmth, soothe aches, and may even lower your blood pressure and heart rate which can be beneficial to your health. Support and mental health benefits. Pets can help improve our mood, provide us with a reason to get out of bed in the morning, and can help decrease anxiety and overcome loneliness and depression. Residents in nursing homes or assisted living facilities have a positive change when pets are regularly brought in-they become more active and outgoing. People with pets tend to be more socially interactive as well. Pets make a great conversation starter and basis for friendship! Pets can help us get into shape. Dogs need regular walks, which can motivate us to get more active. The CDC states that owning a pet has been linked with lower risk for obesity, and also states that decreased blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels are additional benefits of owning pets. Pets […]
Providing the best possible veterinary care for your pet.
Heritage Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinarian clinic that provides examinations, diagnostic services, dental care, surgical services, medicine, grooming and boarding services in Maple Grove, Minnesota. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of pet care possible and facilitating an environment where client communication and education are at the forefront of our practice.
