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The Human-Animal Bond throughout Time For those living in the United States, there is a good chance that waking up each morning includes small paws walking across the bed or a cold, wet nose to the hand. According to a 2017-18 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 68 percent of US households own a pet; this equates to 84.6 million homes. View this on The College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University >

 According to Bayer, people living with dogs are 15 percent less likely to die from heart disease.
What are your thoughts about companion animals being matched with humans, instead of prescribing them pharmaceuticals with various side effects? 

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T' Fisher, Director of Operations
Program for Pet Health Equity
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Thank you for sharing, T! As you have highlighted here, having a pet companion can often serve as a preventative measure against diseases through the regular care and play that a pet requires. The effects pets have on us can also reach much farther than medications can, such as encouraging mindfulness activities, decreasing stress levels, and satisfying our need for empathy when feeling pain, sorrow, or loneliness.

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Kayla Anderson
Veterinary Social Worker
Program for Pet Health Equity
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Thanks for sharing! It’s amazing how much our pets' health is tied to ours—whether it's through exercise, stress reduction, or even shared routines. I’ve been looking into some products that help both humans and pets stay healthy and came across some Dutch reviews for wellness items. A lot of people seem to like their options for pet care and health products. Has anyone here tried them out?

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Tyrone Pierce
Veterinarian
Maryland Hospital
MD
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This makes so much sense--I can attest to the fact that bringing a dog into our family increased our levels of physical activity, and it's been a great way to challenge my asthma/allergies while building up cardio health. Even with my allergies, I already feel better than I did before we adopted him! Combating heart disease is so important, and this is a great way to help do that.

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Katy Carpenter
Administrative Assistant
Program for Pet Health Equity
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