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Benefits of adopting a pet

Lower Blood Pressure Life is stressful, which can lead to high blood pressure. Having a pet may help promote lower blood pressure!
People who have pets may have lower blood pressure than those without pets in their homes. The increased social support through pet ownership lowers the blood pressure response to stress.

Improved Cardiovascular Health Those who have recently suffered from a cardiac event may see positive benefits from adopting a cat or dog. Research shows that patients that owned a dog had an increased chance of survival after a heart attack in comparison to those who did not own a dog. Another study found that owning a cat can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases in high-risk individuals.

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