{"id":1411,"date":"2018-02-12T10:30:29","date_gmt":"2018-02-12T10:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/?page_id=1411"},"modified":"2024-01-07T12:31:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-07T12:31:53","slug":"7-ways-pets-make-life-better","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/pawesome\/pet-life\/7-ways-pets-make-life-better\/","title":{"rendered":"7 ways pets make life better"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"category\">\n<p class=\"txt\"><strong>Ultimate cure for loneliness<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">Having to take care of a pet forces us to live not just for ourselves but for another living creature. Walking, grooming or playing with your pet becomes a healthy way to spend your time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"833\" height=\"584\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1417 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/001-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/001-2-1.jpg 833w, https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/001-2-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/001-2-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><strong>Lowers blood pressure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">Studies have shown that owning a pet helps you keep your blood pressure in check. It even lowers your heart rate and helps reduce your stress levels. So that means pets are good for your heart, good for your health, right?<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><strong>Reduces heart disease<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">If you have a pet that requires constant exercise like a dog (or a horse for that matter), the owner will have a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Puppy dog eyes are the perfect motivation to go to the park or beach for a run.<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"655\" height=\"434\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1416 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/003-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/003-1-1.jpg 655w, https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/003-1-1-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><strong>Increases your mood<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">Pets are natural mood enhancers that lower anxiety and stress levels. Owning a pet increases the production of serotonin in the body, which is the chemical associated with wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"655\" height=\"451\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1415 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/004-56.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/004-56.jpg 655w, https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/004-56-300x207.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><strong>Fights depression <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">One of the oldest treatments for those living with or recovering from depression is to own a pet, their unconditional love and calming effect has been recognised by therapists for decades.<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"655\" height=\"592\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1414 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/005-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/005-1-1.jpg 655w, https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/005-1-1-300x271.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><strong>Increases social interaction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">It\u2019s a simple fact that people will want to stop to pat your dog or cuddle your cat. Having a pet increases social engagement with friends and even strangers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"655\" height=\"438\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1413 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/006-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/006-7.jpg 655w, https:\/\/www.zookie.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/006-7-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\"><strong>There\u2019s never a dull moment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">We never know what our pet is going to get up to next. Whether it\u2019s a funny face, a silly pose or hilarious shenanigans, our pets keep us on our toes and create a better quality of life.<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">Owning a pet is one of the most rewarding experiences a person can have. Living with a pet really does make life better.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"txt\">What do you love most about being a pet owner?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ultimate cure for loneliness Having to take care of a pet forces us to live not just for ourselves but for another living creature. Walking, grooming or playing with your pet becomes a healthy way to spend your time. 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