Ownership is
associated with a reduced risk for cardiovascular disease and death, finds a
new Swedish study in
the journal Scientific Reports.
For people living
alone, owning a dog can decrease their risk of death by 33% and their risk of
cardiovascular related death by 36%, when compared to single individuals
without a pet, according to the study. Chances of a heart attack were also
found to be 11% lower.
Multi-person household
owners also saw benefits, though to a lesser extent. Risk of death among these
dog owners fell by 11% and their chances of cardiovascular death were 15%
lower. But their risk of a heart attack was not reduced by owning a dog.
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There is no better time to save a homeless dog from a shelter or rescue. Dogs can change your life and bring so much magic into your home.
