Domesticated Animals

An apple a day may or may not actually keep the doctor away, but what about an animal a day? Now, that's a different story. In fact, when it comes to pet ownership, there are a number of proven health benefits for people, including physical, mental and emotional improvements, from enhancing social skills to decreasing a person's risk of heart attack.

Set aside your cat-person and dog-person mentalities to discover the truth.

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Who needs a cat or dog? When choosing a new animal pal, try one of these less-than-ordinary pets

Do you have a pet? And if not, should you get one? The answer is a big "yes", especially if you have children, according to The Pet Report 2015, compiled by Pets At Home.

Owning a pet can be a rewarding experience for a child. A well-chosen pet can bring years of joy. Pet ownership can also be a chance for kids to learn valuable life lessons as they care for a living creature. Pets can teach children about responsibility and dependability with parents' guidance. As an added bonus, some pets give affection in return for a child's loving attention.

Companionship tops a long list of why having a pet is good for seniors' health and happiness.

Have you been dreaming of getting a dog ever since you saw the reruns of the television classic Lassie as a kid? Or maybe you were fortunate enough to watch the original series. While your dog might not be able to save you week after week from a burning building, a runaway freight train, or the bottom of a well (and in the time it takes to finish a 30-minute episode, too), owning a dog can be a wonderful experience.

Pets require attention and dedication, but those are small prices to pay for the amount of physical and mental benefits they bring into our lives. If you are debating getting a pet, then the following reasons you should have pets will likely have you heading out and searching for your next furry (or not furry) addition to your home.

If you travel a lot or can't afford healthcare costs, maybe you shouldn't bring home that puppy just yet. Check out our list to decide if you should get a dog.