Did you know that more of us are adopting pets these days than ever before? In fact, pet ownership is rising fastest among single people, those who have never been married, ow who are separated, widowed or divorced. On top of that, with people living further away from family and interacting mostly electronically with friends, our pets may end up being the closest relationships we have and that may not be a bad thing, according to vetenarian Dr. Patty Cooley - who says pets make great partners.
First, she says our pets love us the way we are. Even if we're overweight, wear sweats all day, and never do the dishes. Also, our dogs and cats do not care if we have been laid off or just got dumped. In fact if you wallow ont he couch in misery for days, they will be thrilled to get more one on one time with you.
Another reason pets are great partners is they are the best listeners in the world. Whether you are dealing with a bad day at work, a jealous friend, or a fender bender, just talking to them will help lower our heart rate and stress hormones. Pets do not even mind if you talk with your mouth full. In fact they are especially good listeners if we happen to be eating something.
Pets are also great for us because if you need exercise, dogs are eager to come along, and they will never critique your form or tell you to run faster. The final reason pets are terrific partners is they will never leave an empty milk carton in the fridge, lock us out of the bathroom, borrow the car without asking or commandeer the TV remote.
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