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Facts About the Incredible Human-Animal Bond
17 days ago | By Animal Health Institute
Do you ever notice how fulfilled you feel when you spend time with your pet? How your pet can inspire joy while also somehow helping you feel less stressed? Or maybe you are thinking of getting a pet hoping for companionship, affection and love? These and many more positives are the result of the pet effect, also known as the human-animal bond.
“Science supports that the pet effect is real for people of all ages,” says PetSmart Charities President Aimee Gilbreath. “However, you don't need research to see for yourself the benefits a pet can bring a family. Adopting a pet is a life-changing...
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