Adopting a cat, dog or any other pet is not something to be taken lightly. This act must be considered carefully because it carries great responsibilities towards this being who enters your life. That said, the presence of an animal in one’s life can also bring a lot of happiness and improve mental and physical health. The proof of 4.
It will allow you to (mostly) complete your 10,000 steps per day
Taking your pet outside is essential for his well-being, especially if he lives in an apartment. We therefore recommend four 30-minute outings a day (morning, midday, afternoon and evening) so that he can do his business, exercise, interact with his peers, but also allow him to exercise his sense of smell.
According to the site E-health, 30 minutes of walking are equivalent to 3,000 steps, for a total of over 12,000 steps per day adding the four outings. An ideal pace Second the World Health Organization (WHO)which estimates that 10,000 steps a day help maintain good cardiovascular health.
But what happens when the animal already has an outdoor space such as a garden? Well, that changes absolutely nothing. For what ? Very simply because after a certain time your pet will get used to the smells present in your garden or courtyard. Result? It won’t be very stimulating for him and he will still need to take several turns on the street, in a park or in nature to wake up.
It will improve your mental health
Do you know pet therapy? This practice aims to alleviate the symptoms of anxiety in children or adults through the presence of an animal. How is it going ? Second a study under the supervision of Dr. Janette Young of the University of South Australia, by petting a dog, a cat, a horse or any other animal that is not dangerous to humans, we release oxytocin in our brain, which instantly develops our feeling of well-being and It allows us to feel less stress.
He will shower you with love and affection
Animals are little balls of affection and tenderness. They have also developed a special bond with their humans by responding to their needs in an intuitive and unique way. A particularly enriching relationship that allows you to maintain social contacts, create a feeling of belonging and develop a relationship of trust.
It will mark your daily life and make you more responsible
Whatever animal you want to adopt requires a minimum of care and responsibility. Even though it may seem easier to live with a cat on a daily basis, it is still necessary to brush it regularly, empty the litter box every day, rinse the bowls and play with it for at least 1 hour a day… In short, it ultimately requires a lot of attention. A sense of responsibility that allows human beings to punctuate their lives with small tasks that make them more present in their existence.
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Source: Madmoizelle
Mary Crossley is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. She is a seasoned journalist who is dedicated to delivering the latest news to her readers. With a keen sense of what’s important, Mary covers a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle and everything in between.
