Beastly Benefits

You'll be amazed at the many ways animals take care of us

May.28

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There's nothing like coming home after a long day at school or work and having someone greet you excitedly at the door When the greeter happens to be your pet, you begin to forget your worries and start to unwind.

Besides providing these mental and emotional benefits, pets provide physical benefits too. Studies show that petting your dog or cat relaxes not only the animal but you as well. As you calm down, your heart beats slower. According to researchers, pet owners experience fewer heart attacks, less depression and are better able to deal with stress. In addition, a loyal, loving pet can benefit you in other ways.

Canne Hero
Debbie Parkhurst never expected her golden retriever, Toby, to save her life, but that's exactly what happened. Debbie was home alone eating an apple when she began to choke and couldn't breathe. Suddenly, her dog jumped hard on her chest, forcing the apple peel from her throat. Afterward, everyone agreed that Toby had saved his owner's life.

Word Bank:

unwind(v)放松心情
After work, reading a good book and listening to soft music help me to unwind.

emotional(adj)感情的，情绪的
Children must know they are loved in order to develop good emotional health.

depression(n)沮丧，情绪低落
After the death of her father, Misty began struggling with feelings of depression.

choke(v)哽住，噎住
Don't let your baby put those small beads in his mouth because he might choke on them.

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