Owning a Dog Associated With 31% Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Death

With the pet-owning population in South Korea reaching the 15 million era,

interaction with pets has become a common part of everyday life these days.

And there are actually research findings showing that animals have a positive impact on human health.

According to a study published in the journal of the American Heart Association, dog owners were analyzed to have a 31% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality compared to non-owners.

Having to walk dogs naturally increases physical activity, and emotional bonding helps lower stress levels, which are among the factors that have a positive effect.

Meanwhile, a study involving the National Institute for Environmental Studies in Japan showed that elderly dog owners had a lower probability of requiring nursing care due to dementia.

In addition, another study found that people who gazed into their dogs' eyes for a prolonged period experienced an increase in oxytocin levels of over 300%.
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