There have now been numerous studies reporting that pets can
have tremendous medical benefits. While no one knows exactly why pets have
these benefits, the benefits are indisputable.
Pets can increase long-term survival rates of heart attack
victims. They cause the reduction of blood pressure in just 10 minutes, the
lowering of cholesterol levels, as well as allergy and asthma levels in
children. Even children with autism have more positive social behaviors having
a pet.
In addition, having a pet increases children's self-esteem,
and reduces the stress and depression levels of AIDS patient's stress and
depression levels. Further, 70% of families reported an increase in family
happiness and fun after acquiring a pet.
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