Most Pet Owners Take Better Care Of Their Animals Than Themselves
Americans really love their pets, some would even admittedly say they take better care of them than themselves. In fact, two-thirds of American pet owners would say they do. While that may sound slightly unhealthy, according to StudyFinds.com, 80% of those polled said taking care of their pet inspires them to take better care of themselves.
The respondents included their benefits as pets owners including: their pets reducing stress, depression, and anxiety by 72% of responders. 62% said that their pets inspire them to exercise more. Around 66% of responders said they are closer with their pets than some of their immediate family members. 61% even said they’d pass on a date or vacation if no pets were allowed.
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