Do you sometimes feel lonely at home? Need some company? How about having a dog at home? You will benefit from the presence of a faithful and affectionate companion, but not only! You will also enjoy long walks with your pet to do some sport, and perhaps sympathize with the neighborhood. Seen the radiant mine of Jean Dujardin in front of the antics of Uggie in The Artist: we really want to try!
Having a dog to move more
To force yourself to move, there's nothing like having to walk your 4-legged friend around the neighborhood. Taking your dog out will therefore allow you to walk daily around your home, to get some fresh air, but above all to be in better health. Indeed, in seniors, the capacities of the body decrease as you age, so it is essential for you to practice a regular sporting activity to counter the effects of aging. The WHO recommends moving for at least 1 hour a day over the age of 65. Recommendations that are not always easy to follow, especially when you have no reason to leave your home!
The dog, man's best friend.
The dog is basically a wolf, a wild animal that came close to humans a long time ago. Since then, the dog has indeed learned to live with us over the years, to become the favorite animal of the French. Today 50%* of French households own an animal, including 20.5% a dog.
*FACCO/KANTAR TNS Survey
Having a dog to be in better shape
Walking your dog will allow you to move more, and therefore be in better shape. Being active is essential for the heart since it reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications. Indeed, having a dog reduces the risk of cardiovascular mortality by 36%, especially among people living alone! For people with degenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, the dog is a great life companion. The presence of a dog stimulates the brain, slows down memory loss and allows you to find your bearings in time by following the rhythm of the animal's life. Taking a four-legged friend is therefore the guarantee of better physical and mental health.
Having a dog to feel less alone
Having a dog is the promise of moments of sharing and unique games. Hugs, moments of tenderness, complicity, the dog is a wonderful life companion who will accompany you on a daily basis, wherever you go. A way for you to counter the loneliness that sometimes weighs down, to go out and meet people more easily. Having a dog therefore helps to fight against isolation, and brings comfort, kindness and companionship!
Having a dog to reduce stress
Whether through comics, literature or cinema, dogs have always done everything to relax us. Pranks of all kinds with Beethoven the Saint-Bernard or moments of tenderness with the beautiful Lassie; dogs soften us and make us laugh! Beyond the happiness provided by these wonderful fictional characters, having a dog on a daily basis reduces stress and anxiety, and brings you support and serenity. In fact, according to a study, when you pet your dog, you produce oxytocin and your cortisol levels (the stress hormone) tend to drop.
The benefits of having a dog by your side are numerous. Walk daily, facilitate socialization and meetings, fight against loneliness and isolation, but also limit cardiovascular risks or reduce stress, the dog is a great life companion! Having a dog means living privileged moments of sharing and love, for a softer and warmer daily life by his side.
