How a Pet Can Make You Happy

By Tukakir Hellaos

Do you envy people who walk around as if they're so light-footed? In your workplace, do you meet individuals radiating with a positive aura that makes you curious as to the reason behind it? Conversely, if you are in a children's park, do you experience a tinge of envy when you see beaming people? Actually, you don't need to be a genius to know why they are in a blissful state. More often than not, their happy nature is due to their pet.

Yes, believe it or not, owning a pet can bring wonders to an individual's life. This premise is made more applicable with the ongoing economic crisis that everyone is facing today. With all the bad news hogging the newspaper these days, it is not so hard to go with the flow and feel glum. However, if you have a nice distraction, specifically an animal to bond with upon waking up early in the morning and after office house, you will feel much more alive and good natured.

Believe it or not, studies have proven and tested this fact after conducting numerous experiments. There are even a lot of hospitals employing this technique.

The following paragraphs spill the reasons why pets can make a person feel blissful. Read on.

First of all, pets have this uncanny ability to make their owners feel good about themselves. Most pets are actually smart and responsible which makes them such a wonderful companion. They are also not ashamed to show their affection so their owners enjoy cuddling them. Unlike other people who are not content with what you give them, pets are already happy if you have met their basic needs. Just give them their food, water, dog house, quality time at the park and regular visits to the veterinarian and they will thrive. Pets do not throw temper tantrums regularly and they don't bug you at the office through phone calls or electronic mails. They are content to wait for you until you come home.

Second, owning a pet can greatly improve your self-esteem. Of course, when you are the one in charge of somebody else's basic needs, you have to be at the top of your game. You can't afford to dilly dally when there is a shortage in their food, medications, grooming needs, hygienic materials and so on. This makes you feel like a productive individual. Being productive would raise your self-worth. Other people will definitely notice it in the way you deal with them. Don't be surprised if you hear your boss or co-workers say something nice to you. Your parents and friends will also see the change and might compliment you for it. The inner happiness you feel will simply manifest itself outside and reflect on your disposition.

Third, a pet will add new friends to your list of contacts. People are naturally social creatures but they become more affable when they see someone carrying a pet. No matter which place you will find yourself in, you will not fail to get attention. Take advantage of this to increase your social networking skills. You just have to go with the flow and talk to total strangers about what you know regarding your favorite pet.

Now, if you want to gain the benefits of having a pet, visit your neighborhood vet to get an animal that matches your personality. Surely, you will find one that will make you radiate with happiness. - 31976

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