Who's a good doggie? New dog owners benefit from cuddles, meeting other dog owners and more physical exercise. from http://www.shutterstock.comFeeling lonely? A dog may help. Our research out today confirms what many dog owners already know: dogs are great companions that can help you to feel less lonely. Cuddles and slobbery kisses, meeting other dog owners in the park and a general lift in mood all likely help. But our study, published today in BMC Public Health, found dogs didn’t affect psychological distress, the type seen in depression and anxiety. Read more: 1 in 3 young adults is lonely – and it affects their mental health Why are we studying this? Almost two in five Australian households own a dog. And although most dog owners will
Dogs really can chase away loneliness
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