3 reasons why a dog can be a strong support in coronacrisis

The simplest explanation is that in coronacrisis people reassess priorities and may also feel more lonely. This is the only way to explain why people who have never considered a dog before suddenly change their minds. Maybe it's because people didn't realise until now how much a dog in the home can bring to their lives. But coronavir has struck a chord. Here is at least a basic list of the benefits of living with a dog.

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Getting around with a dog

Many of us have excess pounds due to sedentary work, but do you know how much energy you burn when you take your dog for a 20-minute walk 3 times a day? It's roughly 384 calories a day, which is certainly worth getting out and about for. So why sit at home?

Hafco dog leashes, ideal for walking your dog in the countryside
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Canine companionship

A lot of us can feel lonely, and we don't have to be seniors. Coronavirus and home office don't exactly please when we're single. At such times, a warm doggy coat can be an energetic mental boost. A dog will always return your energy, many times over!

Hafco rope dog leash, leave a perfect impression
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Better Immunity

Scientists at the University of Arizona have an amazing theory! "The dog has accompanied humans for thousands of years, and we think that dog-human coexistence improves human immunity," says Kim Kelly of the research team. The Czech vets add: The presence of an animal clearly helps humans. The effect on immunity is difficult to determine, but human immunity is also dependent on the human psyche, and dogs and cats clearly have a positive effect on this in normal humans.