Dogs Can Keep The Doctor Away

While it’s always recommended to visit the doctor’s office for an annual physical or any health issues, dogs may just be the best medicine for elderly pet owners. Research shows that individuals over 65 with a dog seek medical attention 30 percent less than those the same age who do not own one.

A study in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that seniors on Medicare who owned canines “reported fewer doctor contacts over a 1-year period than respondents who did not own pets.”