{"id":4994,"date":"2019-10-25T13:55:24","date_gmt":"2019-10-25T13:55:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/?p=4994"},"modified":"2021-01-27T07:17:17","modified_gmt":"2021-01-27T07:17:17","slug":"3-ways-pet-adoption-can-be-a-win-for-all","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/3-ways-pet-adoption-can-be-a-win-for-all\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways pet adoption can be a win for all"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Pet adoption improves \u2013 and sometimes saves \u2013 the lives of millions of furry friends each year. However, the benefits of adoption are not a one-way street. Research continues to emerge supporting the positive impact pets add to owners’ lives, as well as the benefits pet adoption has on communities as a whole.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Pets are good for our physical and mental well-being,” said Mark Johnson, President of Mars Petcare North America. “Supporting pet adoption from local animal shelters is one of the most important things we do; not only does it support our global ambition to end pet homelessness, but we’re also helping improve the lives of the people in our community who are going home with a new best friend. It’s a win-win for everyone involved.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider these ways pet adoption can transform communities, and to take the first step toward helping a pet, contact local animal shelters for upcoming adoption events. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Forever Homes Improve Quality of Life of Pets \u2013<\/strong> Each year, 4 million pets end up in shelters, according to PEDIGREE Foundation. Adoptive individuals and families can significantly improve a pet’s life, offering him or her a loving family, warm home and reliable source of food, necessities and companionship. Adopted pets can benefit from the consistency offered outside of the shelter, gaining regular exercise and a heightened sense of comfort in a more predictable home environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Pet <\/strong>Ownership Benefits Owners and Families \u2013 <\/strong>As much as pet adoption can improve the quality of pets’ lives, the tangible benefits can also carry over to pet owners. According to research<\/a> from the Human Animal Bond Research Institute and Mars Petcare, 80% of pet owners reported their pets made them feel less lonely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pet ownership has been associated with lower blood pressure, lower heart rate and faster recovery during mental stress. Increased exercise could be a potential cause, with research also revealing<\/a> older adults with dogs walked a surplus of 2,760 steps a day, compared to their non-dog-owning counterparts. These walks allow owners to spend more time outdoors, bonding with their pets and interacting with neighbors and the community around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Pet Adoption Supports Community Health \u2013 <\/strong>Shelters often rely on citizens for adoptive and foster families, as well as volunteers. Citizens’ willingness to volunteer and attend adoption events allows community members to connect over a common cause and cultivate relationships. Once adopted, pets can also provide an icebreaker and encourage friendships among their neighboring pet parents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information, visit <\/em>BetterCitiesForPets.com.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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