DOG OWNERS WALK AN EXTRA ONE MILLION STEPS PER YEAR AND LIVE LONGER BECAUSE OF IT
- BooBoo Pet Grooming Etobicoke
- Nov 10
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 11
Studies have revealed that dog owners take on average 1,000,000 steps more than non-dog owners per year and live longer as a result!
Walking a dog every day can help you live longer by improving physical and mental health through increased exercise, reduced stress and social interaction. Regular walks can lower the risk of heart disease, maintain a healthy weight, and decrease the likelihood of falls in older adults, while also improving mood and reducing loneliness.
PHYSICAL HEALTH BENEFITS OF WALKING YOUR DOG DAILY:
Cardiovascular Health: Daily walking can lower blood pressure, cholesterol and the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Weight Management: Walking burns calories, which helps maintain a healthy weight and reduces the risk of obesity.
Bone and Muscle Strength: Regular activity strengthens muscles and bones.
Reduced risk of falls: A study found that older adults who regularly walked their dogs had improved mobility and were less likely to fall.
Disease prevention: Walking 30 minutes a day can lower the risk of colon and breast cancer, type 2 diabetes and other serious health conditions.
MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL BENEFITS OF WALKING YOUR DOG DAILY:
Stress Reduction: Interacting with dogs can boost “happy hormones” like oxytocin and serotonin and lower stress hormones like cortisol.
Improved Mood: Walking can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Companionship: Having a dog can help combat loneliness and social isolation linked to dementia and other serious health issues.
Increased Social Interaction: Walking the dog provides opportunities to connect with other people which is another way to combat loneliness.
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