Pet a Dog
Photo: Martin Adams
What?
Pet a friendly dog.
Why?
Creating emotional bonds between people and animals can help improve our wellbeing.
How to?
Find a friendly dog. If you don’t have one, you can find a neighbor with one or perhaps visit a shelter.
Rub your hand smoothly over it’s back, or on its head between the ears.
Feel the connections and the soft sensation of its fur.
Protips:
Make sure you know the dog is friendly before you pet it. Ask the owner if you’re unsure. Be gentle.
The Rabbit Hole (References for People Who Like to Geek Out)
Beck, A. M., & Meyers, N. M. (1996). Health enhancement and companion animal ownership. Annual review of public health, 17, 247–257. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.pu.17.050196.001335
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