
Dogs have always been considered “man’s best friend” and new research seems to indicate that the bond between pets and humans has significant health benefits- including lower blood pressure.
Several studies have been done to better understand the relationship between health and pet ownership. Dr Deborah Wells in an article published in the British Journal of Health Psychology reported that dogs owners in particular tend to have lower blood pressure, cholesterol, healthier overall and have fewer minor ailments and serious medical problems when compared to the general population.
Another study focused …

