{"id":1272,"date":"2021-07-15T00:30:40","date_gmt":"2021-07-14T19:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/?p=1272"},"modified":"2021-07-15T00:30:40","modified_gmt":"2021-07-14T19:00:40","slug":"the-importance-of-having-a-pet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance of Having a Pet"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Pets_Are_Important\"><\/span><strong>Why Pets Are Important?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Time and again we have heard people say that pets are \u201cjust\u201d animals, as though they are not important. Some people have never owned a single pet. But the importance of having a pet can only be known when you adopt or own a pet.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-661729e7526e7\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #444444;color:#444444\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #444444;color:#444444\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-661729e7526e7\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Why_Pets_Are_Important\" title=\"Why Pets Are Important?\">Why Pets Are Important?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Proclaiming_the_Importance_of_Having_a_Pet\" title=\"Proclaiming the Importance of Having a Pet\">Proclaiming the Importance of Having a Pet<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Alone_Not_a_Problem\" title=\"Alone! Not a Problem\">Alone! Not a Problem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Reduce_the_Stress_of_Life\" title=\"Reduce the Stress of Life\">Reduce the Stress of Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Owning_a_Pet_Improves_Your_Mental_Health\" title=\"Owning a Pet Improves Your Mental Health\">Owning a Pet Improves Your Mental Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Pets_Help_you_in_Socializing\" title=\"Pets Help you in Socializing\">Pets Help you in Socializing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Happy_Long_Life_to_You\" title=\"Happy Long Life to You!\">Happy Long Life to You!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Pets_help_in_preventing_allergies\" title=\"Pets help in preventing allergies\">Pets help in preventing allergies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#7_People_with_Pets_Are_Fit\" title=\"7. People with Pets Are Fit\">7. People with Pets Are Fit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Pets_Can_Protect_Your_Household\" title=\"Pets Can Protect Your Household\">Pets Can Protect Your Household<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Pet_Improve_your_Immune_System\" title=\"Pet Improve your Immune System\">Pet Improve your Immune System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Cancer_Catcher\" title=\"Cancer Catcher!\">Cancer Catcher!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Teach_to_be_Responsible\" title=\"Teach to be Responsible\">Teach to be Responsible<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Pets_Provide_Companionship_to_Kids_with_Learning_Difficulties\" title=\"Pets Provide Companionship to Kids with Learning Difficulties\">Pets Provide Companionship to Kids with Learning Difficulties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Some_Pets_Even_Support_Your_Family_Financially\" title=\"Some Pets Even Support Your Family Financially\">Some Pets Even Support Your Family Financially<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/the-importance-of-having-a-pet\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Most people say and think that a dog is man\u2019s best friend, but they aren\u2019t the only animals close to human hearts. With the complicated <strong><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900;\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/facts-about-domestic-animals\/\">history of domestication<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, different pets have to play different roles. The majority of people know how wonderful it is to have a pet by your side. The benefits of owning a pet are limitless.<\/p>\n<p>The dog is the most common pet you can find in families, but there are other animals too. For example, birds, fish, hamsters, mice, guinea pigs, etc. But some people keep strange and rare animals which can give you creeps e.g., skunks, lizards, hedgehogs, snakes, worms, etc.<\/p>\n<p>So, your children want pets? Still, have doubts about owning a pet? Well, let us tell you the importance of pets in our lives.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Proclaiming_the_Importance_of_Having_a_Pet\"><\/span><strong>Proclaiming the Importance of Having a Pet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here are some points shedding the light on the importance of pets in our lives. If you don\u2019t have a pet, now is the time to know the benefits and the importance of having a pet. Here are some points:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alone_Not_a_Problem\"><\/span><strong>Alone! Not a Problem<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If you are alone, companionship is the most precious gift a pet can give you. This prevents a person from <span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"><a style=\"color: #ff00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/pets-helping-with-depression\/\">going into depression<\/a><\/span>. If you live alone or your spouse has a different job timing, your pet will always be waiting for you to come home. If you had a bad day at work or school you can tell them and they won\u2019t even judge. How cool is that?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1279\" src=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important-1.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_the_Stress_of_Life\"><\/span><strong>Reduce the Stress of Life<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Nowadays life is very stressful and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalfriends.co.uk\/blog\/10-benefits-of-owning-a-pet\/\">high anxiety<\/a> levels can lead to numerous health issues. Fortunately, pets can help you relax. The study has shown that by stroking the hair or fur of a pet, a substance called oxytocin is released. As this hormone is released by the pet and you, emotional bonding is formed. Because of which this hormone is nicknamed \u201cthe love hormone\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Your serotonin and dopamine levels also raise when you play with your pet. Various studies have proven that you reduce a heart attack risk, as owning a pet reduces your cholesterol and triglyceride levels. It is also helpful in controlling your blood pressure levels.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Owning_a_Pet_Improves_Your_Mental_Health\"><\/span><strong>Owning a Pet Improves Your Mental Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Improved mental health is one of the most commonly cited benefits of owning a pet. There have been researches on the community of people owning a pet. And the results were promising, stating the fact that owning a pet does improve your mental health. Did you realize the importance of having a pet?<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pets_Help_you_in_Socializing\"><\/span><strong>Pets Help you in Socializing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The majority of times it is noticed that people who have the same pet, easily get mixed up. The proof can be seen in the parks where people bring their pets for a walk. If you\u2019re not good at small talk, pets are great to start a conversation. You have a fair chance of meeting the love of your life!<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Happy_Long_Life_to_You\"><\/span><strong>Happy Long Life to You!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A study was conducted on the patients who were discharged from the coronary care unit. It was found that the people who had pets, had a better survival rate in comparison who didn\u2019t. No doubt owning a pet improves mental health and reduces stress levels. This is the secret of long life.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pets_help_in_preventing_allergies\"><\/span><strong>Pets help in preventing allergies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Children who have pets since their childhood have less chance of developing<a href=\"https:\/\/theimportantsite.com\/10-reasons-why-pets-are-important-to-humans\/\"> allergies<\/a> later on. In research with babies, the result shows that owning a pet increases 77% chance to less likely develop any allergies.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_People_with_Pets_Are_Fit\"><\/span><strong>7. People with Pets Are Fit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>All pets need regular walks (especially dogs) or some exercise. But we sometimes get lazy, if this sounds like you, get a pet. <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/how-to-raise-a-dog\/\">Dogs are excellent motivators<\/a><\/span> because they remain active most of the time. So, you can say pets are possibly the best trainers.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"8\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pets_Can_Protect_Your_Household\"><\/span><strong>Pets Can Protect Your Household<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Yes, it is true. Only the person who owns a pet knows the importance of having a pet. For example, cat hunts rodents and dogs being territorial scare off home invaders.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"9\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pet_Improve_your_Immune_System\"><\/span><strong>Pet Improve your Immune System<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Pets love to spend time outdoors. So, they bring all types of dirt and germs into your home. But it is not necessary that all germs are harmful, some of them help in improving your immune system. Previous studies have shown that kids who live with dogs have a better immune system and are resistant to infections.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cancer_Catcher\"><\/span><strong>Cancer Catcher!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>It is a universal fact that dogs have an incredible sense of smell, but did you know some canines are capable of catching cancer? Unbelievable right? Several <span style=\"color: #800080;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #800080;\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/animals-and-humans-relationship\/\">pet owners<\/a><\/strong><\/span> have reported that their dog helped them in catching this terminal illness. They were continuously sniffing, pawing at, or even licking the spot, where the tumor hid underneath the skin.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"11\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Teach_to_be_Responsible\"><\/span><strong>Teach to be Responsible<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The most common question which every parent face at some point in their life is\u201d Can I have a puppy\/cat\/goat? It\u2019s no secret that children love animals. Being with a pet can help them learn a lot of important skills. But make sure you have <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/information-about-cats-and-kittens\/\"><strong>Information about cats and kittens<\/strong><\/a><\/span> before getting them.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0<\/em>If your child wants a puppy and you work, you should know<em> how to raise a puppy while working full time<\/em>. Because you will be the one teaching them and helping them in cleaning the cage, teaching tricks, and grooming. It also nurtures your child and develops empathy skills which are important in later life.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"12\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pets_Provide_Companionship_to_Kids_with_Learning_Difficulties\"><\/span><strong>Pets Provide Companionship to Kids with Learning Difficulties<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Kids with learning disorders such as autism often find it hard to interact with people. Having a pet helps them in bonding, playing, etc. They can even share their thoughts and feelings with their pets. It gives them the feeling of companionship and friendship.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1280\" src=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important-.jpg\" alt=\"why pets are important\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important-.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important--300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/why-pets-are-important--768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"13\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Pets_Even_Support_Your_Family_Financially\"><\/span><strong>Some Pets Even Support Your Family Financially<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Some people keep animals like goats, pigs, cows, etc. as pets. These animals also help farmers to earn bread for their families. They provide milk, fur, cotton, etc.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you plan to own a goat, you should know about different <em>breeds of sheep<\/em>. Or if you are thinking about <em>raising calves<\/em>, you should know it takes a lot of time to take care of them. Some people even keep pigs as pets, so you should know <span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900;\" href=\"https:\/\/rememberanimals.com\/how-to-raise-the-pigs\/\"><strong>how to raise the pigs<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The most important thing about having a pet is fun. It does not matter if you have a cat, dog, bird, or any other animal, it brings enjoyment to any home. If now you the importance of having a pet, go get one.<\/p>\n<p>But having a pet in your home brings great responsibility. But if you consider all the above benefits, they will be worth all the hard work. Does not matter if you choose to keep a horse, dog, cat, or hamster, they\u2019ll make a great friend and companion.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Pets Are Important? Time and again we have heard people say that pets are \u201cjust\u201d animals, as though they are not important. Some people have never owned a single pet. But the importance of having a pet can only be known when you adopt or own a pet. 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