The Hanbury family has grown — by four paws! This February, Tim and his family adopted Charlie, a goldendoodle with a playful, sweet personality. When sweet Charlie —who was then named Penelope —was looking for a home, Tim’s wife and stepdaughter couldn’t say no. And they never gave Tim the chance to! Charlie was just 6 months old when she joined the Hanbury family, and she’s doing everything she can to prove she is a sweet pup. In typical puppy fashion, she had a few accidents and tore down the blinds, but even Tim admits Charlie has become the perfect addition to their family. But adopting Charlie may have been very wise for the Hanbury family, too. Many studies have found that pets provide numerous health benefits for our physical and mental well-being. ANXIETY RELIEF Animals have a way of calming us down. Perhaps it’s the unconditional expectations or the fact that they listen without speaking back. Whatever it is, multiple studies have shown that owning an animal, or being around one, can lower our WANT TO AGE WELL? Consider Owning a Pet!
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anxiety. For instance, playing with a pet can boost serotonin production, which is a feel- good hormone. ENCOURAGE ACTIVITY Pets require a lot of work, and the more outdoorsy your pet is, like a dog, the more work you likely have to do. Therefore, pets are great reminders and opportunities to
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EFFECTIVE FOR ALZHEIMER’S Other studies have found that those with dementia face less anxiety with a pet in the home. Pets can also be a conversation starter for greater engagement with those who have more advanced dementia. Furthermore, pets can stave off the effects of loneliness, providing companionship to a population that needs greater mental health support.
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