love and the health benefits they provide us with, fairly earn them the top spot on the long list of pets. My Golden Retriever, Missy, came to me about half a year ago and she has completely changed my life. She is the most energetic and playful dog I’ve ever seen and as sweet as a cupcake (but I don’t want to eat her… even though I’d really enjoy a cupcake right now). I don’t consider her as a pet but as a true friend who is always there for me when I ne...
The Ultimate Pet: A Pet Rock A pet rock can be as comforting to me as any canine or feline. Some would believe that a man's best friend is a dog. However, living in a confined two bedroom apartment, I do not have the luxury or permission for a forty pound dog to be plopping around. This is why I have found comfort in my pet rock. A pet rock can replace many of the duties, such as a companionship, I can get from a pet dog or cat. When I go shopping for a pet, I look for the appropriate
Pet Microchips Many families have had the agonizing experience of losing their beloved pets. Lost dogs, puppies, and cats end up in shelters around the country with no way of contacting an owner. State wide license laws are supposed to aide in returning lost dogs to their owners, but in many cases these laws do not end up working. Many individuals do not follow the law close enough, do not have enough money to pay for a license, or dogs lose their collars or tags. Other families tattoo their dogs
“Over 71 million American households [about 62%] have a pet, with most people considering their pets as members of the family (Cadciotti and Zuckerman)”. Pet ownership has become increasingly common. They are often thought of as companions and just another member of the family but they can be so much more. They provide many other great benefits to the people they interact with. “ Some research studies have found that people who have a pet have healthier hearts, stay home sick less often, make fewer
My Pet Would you like to live a happy and productive life? Then get pets! I must admit it is hard to believe that domesticated animals can promote mental and physical health, but many studies have shown that they can. On the other hand, you must find a pet that is compatible with you or with your life style. Maintaining good mental health is crucial for living a "normal" life. Many psychiatrists have found that patients with anger management problems can be calmer with a pet around the house
Pet Therapy A bus carrying several clinical students from the local college pulls up in front of the nursing home. The students begin to unload some boxes which contain puppies and kittens ranging in age from three to six months. Once inside, the students begin to pass the puppies and kittens out to the patients that are waiting expectantly in the recreation room. Some patients are alone, some are in groups, but all are delighted to see the animals arrive. As the animals are being passed
Today, owning a pet is a widespread phenomenon and its become more common with people. As animal kept as a companion animal is an animal kept primarily for a person or protection and Its different to thats pets for work or for experiments which are kept for purpose or research. There are millions types of them all over the world. I chose this topic because I think its an interesting topic and I interested in pets. It is an important topic because there are not much people know about pets life. I learned
impossible to live without ever encountering an animal. It is almost as impossible to live without ever being a pet owner. According to the Humane Society of the United States, in 2012, 62% of American households owned pets. The total amount of pets owned by that 62% was roughly 164 million pets (Humane Society of the United States). Think back two years; were you part of that 62%? How did your pet influence you? Did it make you laugh and smile? Did it ever calm you down in a crisis? Did it shower you with
Strangely enough there is a rise for “pet-sitting” and boarding for pets. The trend is coming more common than ever imagined, tending to pets of all ranges such as cats and dogs to snakes and birds. What needs to be clarified here is that there is a major difference between being a pet sitter and being kennels or catteries. Both have requirements to be licensed and standards to maintain that ensure the animals are properly taken care of legally and ethically. The amount of work is completely different
Friends with Benefits- The Importance of Pets “Our perfect companions never have fewer than four feet.” ― Colette. Humans have shared a unique relationship with animals since ancient times, and today, that same love affair continues. Pet ownership continues to be on the rise and more people are jumping on the pet bandwagon. What is so special about the human-animal connection and why is it so important? Besides providing tremendous companionship, having a pet reaps incredible health and psychological
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productive life? Then get pets! I must admit it is hard to believe that domesticated animals can promote mental and physical health, but many studies have shown that they can. On the other hand, you must find a pet that is compatible with you or with your life style. Maintaining good mental health is crucial for living a "normal" life. Many psychiatrists have found that patients with anger management problems can be calmer with a pet around the house. Sometimes, just the feel of a pet in the house can do
Pet Sematary Louis Creed is a doctor who moves his family to Ludlow, Maine from Chicago because of a job he accepted as an MD at some University. His family (Rachel, his wife, Ellie, his daughter, and Gage, his baby son) are happy about moving, thought they soon will come to have reservations. Both children are hurt on the first day of the move. Louis makes friends with an old man across the road named Jud Crandall, who promises to show them where the path behind their house leads. It is with
The Benefits of Pets on Human Health Owning a pet can make a person's life better altogether. About 45% of American households include a dog and about 35% include a cat. It is shown that it can lower their blood pressure and can increase their opportunities for exercise and other physical activities. To have a pet can also help lighten the owner's mood and lessen stress. It has been proven that if a person owns a pet, they will have a longer, healthier, happier life. Especially if they own one as
animals as pets, with pet species seeming to vary from one geographic location to another. Many cultures have chosen to be surrounded by everything from domesticated dogs and cats to exotic insects and reptiles making pet ownership an integral part of society. From the greatest fictional writings to the most memorable children’s books, authors have written about pets with a more than common occurrence. What explains the drive which is so ingrained in the human psyche to gravitate towards pet ownership
Caring for a pet is a big responsibility and taking the ownership of a pet can build a bond of love and trust with an important new memebr of your family. So prepare an effcient schedule to take proper care of their needs both physically and emotionally. Proper care means providing nutritious food, fresh drinking water and give them the opportunity to stay in a safe place. It also ensuring that, your pet is happy by providing them amply play time, plenty of excercise for the stimulation of their
animal-assisted therapy. Animal-assisted therapy (also known as pet therapy) is used in many hospitals and is growing more every day. Over 71 million American households (62%) have a pet, and most people think of their pets as members of the family. Some research studies have found that people who have a pet have healthier hearts, stay home sick less often, make fewer visits to the doctor, get more exercise, and are less depressed. Pets may also have a significant impact on allergies, asthma, social
Pets are a center piece of a young adult’s life. They may have owned the pet from a young age or are bearing the responsibility for the first time now that they are away from home. Taking on the responsibility of owning a pet can be just as time consuming as parenthood. Whatever the case may be careful consideration must be taken of all aspects of owning larger animals such as dogs. You must consider your roommates if you have any and make sure they are okay with have an animal having free range
and facial expressions. We live in an environment in which we must interact with all species, including our pets. Pet dogs are an example of animals that humans encounter on a daily basis. These animals “show high levels of attentiveness towards human behavior, follow human gestures like no other animal, and show an increased readiness to look at the human face” (Barber). As a result, pets react to situations in the same way people react to situations, but it is unclear how these animals are able
Pets Accessories, Toys, and Stimulant to Keep Our Pet Active Pet accessories, toys, and stimulant are important as they are the key attributes in maintaining the health of your pet. For pets to live contentedly, they will need some accessories and toys. Be it at home or during travel, pets need to look good yet remain comfortable. That said, it is your duty as the pet owner to decide what type of accessories best fits your pet. Therefore, you have to dig up information with regards to the kind of