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Benefits of Owning a Dog or Cat

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The information below has been provided by a member of our Advisory Panel, Velma Harris of Pets As Therapy:

  • Pets decrease feelings of loneliness and isolation
  • Seniors who own a dog visit their physician less often than friends and colleagues who do not own a dog.
  • Pet owners have lower blood pressure.
  • Pet owners have healthier cholesterol levels.
  • Better physical health can be expected from exercising with a dog.
  • Owning and caring for a pet may decrease heart attack mortality by 3%.
  • Pet owners have a better psychological wellbeing.
  • A survey of families reported increased happiness and fun after the acquisition of a pet.
  • Stroking and cuddling a pet can reduce stress and create feelings of calmness and optimism.
 
            For further information, please contact Velma direct at:
               velma@velmaspetsastherapy.com.au
 
 
THE BENEFITS OF BECOMING A PET FOSTER CARER:
 
1.      FOR THE CARER: research confirms the many benefits to you when you care for a pet. Examples include less reliance on prescription drugs, fewer visits to the doctor, a healthier frame of mind, a more optimistic outlook on life, lower blood pressure, and an increased life expectancy.
 
2.      FOR THE PET:  hundreds of healthy dogs and cats with a friendly nature and sound temperament are being euthanased EVERY DAY in Australia simply because they are homeless. You will save one of these little ones and give it another chance at health and happiness.

3.      FOR US: another pet saved from unnecessary euthanasia and given the chance of becoming a happy companion to a new owner. 

For more information please contact us:

petfostering@gmail.com

Tel: 02 9652 0077

 

 

 



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