Owning a dog is good for your health

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Permalink Reply by Eddie Finnegan on October 22, 2008 at 19:48

So I guess the new Canine Currency's mission statement will be: 'IN DOG WE TRUST' ?

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Permalink Reply by AnnieH on October 22, 2008 at 23:23

I truly buy into this. Definitely Wo(man's) best friend. Having been brought up in a home with dogs (and many more pets!) and knowing family and friends who own dogs I've experienced the joy and value of pets first hand, however the reality for us having a dog in a two bedroom flat is unfortunately an unrealistic one. Oh woe is us! :o(

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Permalink Reply by Anette on October 23, 2008 at 12:29

This is so true. Dogs are wonderful. I've grown up with dogs too (and horses, rabbits, budgies..), and I really miss having one around. That said, cats are pretty cool too, and have loads of benefits, they can help overcome depression, apparently.

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Permalink Reply by Danzigger on October 23, 2008 at 16:07

Well thank goodness those boffins in academia have finally done some research on this important issue! Otherwise we would never have known that a) caring for a pet can be relaxing and enjoyable, and b) doing some exercise can be good for your health.
I think everyone suffering from any mental or physical illness should go out and get a dog immediately!

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Permalink Reply by RuthE on October 23, 2008 at 16:49

unless you're allergic to cats and dogs and horses then its not so good for you health. I'd love to have a cat or a dog but would end up in casualty..

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Permalink Reply by Anette on October 24, 2008 at 14:42

Danzigger, a lot of people do not know this. Obvious as it may seem to you and me. Have a look around you.. :D

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