10 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | MAY 2021
Purposeful Pets
Whether they bark, purr, chirp, swim, slither, or munch on lettuce leaves, there are many reasons why pets enhance our lives. It's no wonder that
each year the entire month of May is dedicated to celebrate our furry (and not so furry) friends. Here are 10 good reasons to have a pet.
Pets help older folks to stay connected
and maintain a social network by
starting up conversations and meeting
new people.
Pets offer many health benefits —
from decreasing blood pressure
and cholesterol levels to reducing
stress and anxiety.
Choosing an older pet adds to sense
of fulfillment knowing you provide a
home to a pet that may otherwise not
be adopted.
Pets boost morale, optimism, and
sense of self worth.
Pets offer increased opportunities for
exercise and outdoor activities.
Pets help fight off allergies after being
exposed to animal allergens.
Pets boost vitality by encouraging
playfulness, laughter, and exercise which
boost your immune system and increase your
energ y.
Owning a pet teaches us the
value of selflessness.
Pets help ease loneliness and
provide unconditional love and
friendship.
Pets provide structure and
purpose to our daily life.
