It's a wonderful feeling to have a fur-ever friend who greets you at the
door with a wagging tail each day. But did you know that having a dog
around can actually help manage stress? Research has shown that being
around a canine companion can have a calming effect on humans, and help
us control stress two ways.
First, by increasing levels of oxytocin (a hormone in the body that
releases feelings of joy). Second, by reducing levels of cortisol (a
stress-related hormone) in the body.
So if you're looking for a reason to add a dog to the family, chalk it
up to putting you in a better mood.