7 Ways Having a Pet Can Improve Your Mental health

For centuries, people have found love and companionship in animals. Pet owners give so much to their animals, but what do they get in return? Watch this video to find out how having a pet can benefit your mental health.

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Credits
Script Writer: Gabrielle LaFrank
Script Editor: Rida Batool
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Caleb Winning
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

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[Psychgo]

There are many ways to cope with mental health. One of them is having a pet. Let us know what pet you own and how have your pets been helping your mental health?

[rxdiioactive]

My puppy literally saved my life. I adopted him when I was at my lowest. He would cuddle with me or even "hug" me. I love him so much ❤️

[dailydoseofmedicinee]

Pets, especially dogs and cats, can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ease loneliness, encourage exercise and playfulness, and even improve your cardiovascular health. Caring for an animal can help children grow up more secure and active. Pets also provide valuable companionship for older adults.👍

[CocoasArt]

* Causally sends this video to my mom *

[Purplespectrum]

As someone who recently got a puppy last week, I can say that my mental health has improved significantly. My fur baby has given me something to love, fight for, and care for. It also gave my parents and I something to bond over, since previously our relationship wasn’t too great at one point. Pets are such a gift <3

[CynthiaCho]

Me that watches dog memes purely for the endorphins, “yes, that’s completely true”

[mystic._.]

i have a male cat! his name is Yoko (my brothers named him ) and he helped me in many ways, but he's currently suffering from a stomach infection and we have no vets around in my area, all I ask is for prayers from anyone who reads this! ill be super happy! <3

[happinessarebutterflies]

My parents said they were gonna adopt a puppy soon, they don’t know that i’m going thru alot rn, i hope this future puppy of ours will help my mental health.

i’m taking this video as a sign :)

[innolobaton]

7 Ways having a pet can benefit your health
1. They encourage you to be active.
2. Pet can sense when something isn't right.
3. A Reason to get out of bed
4. You'll never be alone
5. Adds structure and routine
6. You'll meet others
7.They'll help you live in the moment.

[BmxDieseldude]

I could literally sit here and write a book about how my dog changed my life. How I formed a deeper connection with him than I've even felt with my own family members and friends. There was communication and understanding without words. A simple look or nod was the only messages we needed to know what the other was expecting. Honestly I think the most pure form of happiness in my life was quiet off leash hikes together just the two of us.

[lesliesmith]

I wish that my mom didn’t hate animals, also congrats on 3M!

[sunnylotus]

Tbh my dog is sole reason why I didn’t kill myself when I was very depressed and suicidal. Even though he has people who would take good care of him, I couldn’t imagine just leaving and him not being able to understand what happened.

[mohanademadel-deen]

"They encourage you to be active"
Me: *looks at my cat sleeping for 16 hours a day*

[joshmclordcaliolio]

Base on my own experience my pet cat helps me if i'm sad she is always with me she cheers me up with her cute meows and purring, she stays with me every night and if she hears my voice she will find me and she'll starts running she always made my day and she is one of the reasons why I stop hating my life

[eiramyasuwu]

I remember one time I was feeling rlly sad and it was a rough time for me and my dog took one look at me and he’s usually rlly energetic and dosent stay still never he went on my lap and sat on me for 2 entire hours and I was so shocked it’s a moment I’ll treasure forever

[glendoucette]

Got my beagle puppie 2 years ago that angel on four legs changed my life and saved it as well. I owe him everything and never stop showing him unconditional love every day.Always can sense when my mood is low and knows exactly how to lift it. Thanks little Buddy.

[tunamuffiin.I.Donatello]

This is why I’ve had so many rodents, a dog and have a dog and cat currently and will get another dog soon. I would be a lot worse if I never had any animals. They are truly the highest beings in the world. They can do no wrong.

[crownclowncreations]

Once my former best friend and roommate moved out some 3 years ago, I quickly spiralled into depression and had crazy anxiety. This was my first time being completely on my own, and I felt so lonely.
Long story short I was eventually sent to a psychiatric hospital, and got diagnosed with ADD and panic disorder. I've had these through most of my life, but being alone just amplified them to a whole new level. The doctors said that I should move home with my parents, but I have a little sister with autism and anxiety on my mom's side, and I don't have a great relationship with my dad. We've tried everything to have me not live alone, but nothing worked out. To this day I still live on my own, and I get really lonely quite often.
But 2 months ago I was finally able to adopt a pet from the local shelter, so now I live with kitten Lucy. It has not completely cured my anxiety and loneliness, but it has helped _a lot._ She was abused and so is still a little nervous, but she is such a sweet girl and I love her so much! She greets me when I wake up and when I get home, she gives me a reason to get up in the morning, and when I feel down and contemplate bad comping mechanisms, I play with her instead, and it actually helps. Pets are the best.
(My therapist told me at our last session, that it's pretty bad for me to live alone, even if I have a cat, but we're working on it).

[venus_]

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[mdswngs]

I got a puppy last month and so far he’s been stressing me out more than making me happy, i hope it gets better as he grows. He’s adorable and very lovable but he destroys everything lol. He’s a little over 4 months. I know I’ll get backlash from this but I’m just expressing my current feelings. I’m sorry if this upset anyone. That wasn’t the intent. I do suffer from Depression, Anxiety, Ptsd, & Bipolar disorder. So it’s a lot.