5 Wonderful Stories That Prove A Dog Is Man’s Best Friend

As one of the first species to be domesticated by humans, dogs have long been considered a best friend to humankind. They have shared a cozy spot next to their humans in many different environments and have served as companions and working assistants. Some are even considered therapists for their humans.

In the next few pages, feel free to submerge yourself in delightful snip-its of dog-spirational stories that prove dogs are our best friends.

Childhood Anxiety Relieved By Canine Companion

Research from a study published by the National Center for Chronic Disease and Prevention shows that kids who have dogs as pets may have less anxiety than those who do not own dogs. Of a population of 643 kids, 360 who had dogs and 273 who did not, 12% of the kids who owned dogs tested positive for anxiety, while 21% of kids who did not own dogs tested positive. That is quite a difference.

Children’s mental health and self-esteem are benefited greatly by having a dog. The pets reduce anxiety and provide comfort with a unique connection between child and dog. Sometimes dogs can offer the emotional support the child needs where other humans might not have the same connections. Dogs respond to clues we humans can miss.