There are many things in life that can bring you joy and happiness. It can be your hobbies, your job, your friends or your family but there’s one that will always be on top of the list for many of us, owning one or more little furry friends will do the trick.

For years cats and dogs have won over humans with their adorable eyes and loving nature, giving us a kind of unique companionship we wouldn’t be able to find with anyone else. Think about it, they are your best friends because when we can’t communicate with them in terms of a language, we create our own language with them through energy and effort.

Here are a few ways pets can improve your health and maybe you’ll be convinced to adopt one or several!

Pets boost your mood:

A few minutes with your favorite buddy and your day will already be off to a great start! You’ll feel calm and less stressed, your body literally goes through physical changes when your pets boost your mood!

Eases depression:

Receiving that unconditional love from your pet can actually help you recover from depression. Talking to them, playing with them and taking care of them are mindful things that can keep you busy and make your pets quite happy.

Helps you stay fit:

Keeping a dog will make sure to keep you walking at least 15 minutes everyday and you know what exercise means! Better health!

Cats remind you to stretch:

One of the things you’ll see cats doing frequently is stretching which is a great reminder for you to stretch too! Small stretching movements throughout the day can keep your body active and improve flexibility!

So if you don’t have any pets, here are some great reasons why you should adopt one furry friend, or five? The more the merrier!