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Pets

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Caring for a pet can have a profound impact on your mental and physical health. Domestic animals provide love and companionship, encourage activity, and can help ease stress, anxiety, and depression. They can also bring joy to even the darkest day.

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Best Friends: You and Your Dog

Dogs offer companionship—along with mental and physical health benefits

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How Dogs Boost the Mental Health of Children, Adults, and the Elderly

The effects of dogs on mental health

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The Joys of Owning a Cat

How a cat can improve your health and happiness

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Health Benefits of Walks with Your Dog

Here’s how walking with your pooch can benefit you as well

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The Health and Mood-Boosting Benefits of Pets

How caring for a pet can bring powerful mental health benefits

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Coping with Losing a Pet

Grieving the loss of a dog, cat, or other beloved pet