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10 Reasons You Need a Pet
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If you have been thinking about
getting a pet, perhaps you need a
little encouragement, or maybe
you need some ammunition …
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… when trying to convince family
members that having an animal in
the home can be beneficial.
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Here's a list of ten reasons why
having a pet can be great and
why you need one today.
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COMPANIONSHIP
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If you live alone, or if your spouse
or significant other travels
frequently, having a pet at
home can provide a welcome
companion for you.
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Whether it's a dog to greet you at
the door, a cat to curl up next to
you or a bird to sing to you while
you fix supper …
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… having a healthy fun animal at
your home can make you feel less
lonely. This is especially true if you
have recently lost a partner.
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EXERCISE
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Having a dog or a horse can provide
you with a reason to exercise that
you didn't have before.
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It can also help you build muscles
and get your heart pumping
without that feeling you get
when you drag yourself to the
gym for a workout.
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To maximize this benefit of
having a pet, be sure to get
one that needs regular
amounts of exercise, like a
poodle or a pony …
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… but not so much that you
can't handle it, as might
happen with a border collie
or Thoroughbred stallion.
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OTHER HEALTH BONUSES
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In addition to getting you
out to exercise every day,
pets can bring other
health benefits too.
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Studies show that just petting a
dog or cat for a few minutes
can improve relaxation and
lower blood pressure.
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DISCIPLINE
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Even having a pet that doesn't
need exercise can help you
improve your discipline.
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If you know you need to be
home every night to feed your
pet or let it out, you will be more
likely to stick to a routine.
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The more your pet is dependent on you, the more self-discipline
you'll have to muster.
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A dog that needs walking every morning, for example, could be
a great way to help you get on a healthier morning schedule if
you have a tendency to lie in bed too long.
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PROTECTION
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You don't have to have an enormous
dog to get the protection of a pet.
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Even the sound of a small, yappy dog
sounding the alarm of a potential intruder
is enough to scare away most burglars.
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Pets have also been instrumental in
alerting their owners to smoke and fire in
the home.
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If the only time you can walk
or jog is after dark, having a
dog to go with you will make
your jaunts significantly safer.
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SOCIAL LIFE
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If you tend to be shy or are
new to your area, having a
pet can be a great way to
start the conversation and
meet new people.
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Whether at a puppy class or at
the dog park, you'll meet many
new folks, most of whom have a
lot in common with you because
of your dedication to your
animals.
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Even if you are housebound,
joining an online pet forum can
be a way to connect with the
outside world.
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ACTIVITIES
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Are you looking for something new
to do with your free time? A pet
can offer a wealth of opportunities
to try different activities.
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Of course, there are many dog
ventures like fly ball, agility and
hospital therapy, but there are also
cat and bird shows and even clubs
for pet hamsters and snails.
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NEW PLACES
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Having a dog is one of the best ways getting familiar with
new places.
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Just walking around your neighborhood, you're sure to find
hidden parks and cool architecture.
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If you want to travel further afield, hiking with your dog can be
a great way to experience the wilderness or your state parks.
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There are nature camps as well, for people who want to
vacation with their pets.
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KIDS
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Getting a pet for the kids is
a good way to teach them
about biology, compassion
and responsibility.
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Just don't expect them to
do the work of adults, and
make sure you can handle
the duties that come with
your pet …
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…in case your kids get
caught up with school
work or take off to camp
for the summer.
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ENTERTAINMENT
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If you read the book "Marley
and Me," you know how
entertaining pets can be.
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You'll have stories for a
lifetime when you bring an
animal into your life.
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Even a tank of beautiful tropical
fish can hypnotize you and
create a stunning focal point for
your living room.
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If you're not sure about getting a
pet, try starting with an easy keeper,
like a turtle or a mellow cat, and
work your way up to animals that
require more care and attention.
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You may find you like having a pet
so much your home becomes the
neighborhood hangout!
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Are you thinking about getting a
beautiful portrait of your pet?
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