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4 Ways Pets Make You Healthier

A Moment of Paws Video

Take a moment to learn how pets can help make you healthier. This short video tells the story – check it out. (Spoiler alert: Cute dogs and cats ahead.)

Here’s your moment of paws.

How do pets make you healthier?

  1. They can instantly lower blood pressure
  2. Boost your brain’s “happy” hormones
  3. Reduce loneliness and depression
  4. Help you live longer

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