How a Pet Play an Important Role in Our Life?

"Many people greatly underestimate just how much having a pet in their life does for their psychological well being, as well as their overall health," explains Will Post, founder and CEO, Hound & Gatos Pet Foods Corporation. "Pets play a very important role in enriching our lives in many different ways."

It is not surprising that so many people have a pet. The pet can be dog, cat etc. They play an integral part in our lives. We don't feel lonely when we have them.

To have a pet in our life, firstly we have to choose which pet want to have like cat or dog. Let's say you want to adopt an animal. 

Probably it depends on what you know or if you had any experience with cats before. Let's say you know nothing at all and never had a cat before.

If someone doesn't have experience with cats or isn't aware of how much care and attention a kitten requires, they should consider adopting an adult cat. However, whether you choose to adopt a kitten, a young kitten or a mature cat depends on your personal circumstances and your expectations, not the cat. Adopting a cat, especially if it's your first time, can be stressful. You will need to spend time with your cat to help her adjust to her new surroundings. It is important to think about the future. Can you commit to a kitten for the next twenty years?Young cats of about seven months or more still need a great deal of care and attention, but they've (hopefully) learned the basics of eating, toileting and keeping themselves clean. They're just as - if not more! - playful as kittens, and are yet to gain the experience of their wider environment. After settling into their new home they can be discover more here left alone for short periods, and even though stressed cats in need of permanent homes often behave differently, you'll have some indication as to their personality type before adoption. It is difficult to predict if a kitten will become a shy or bold cat. However, if your home has regular visitors and is active, it is possible to adopt a cat with more bold genes.

Here are some important roles pets play in our lives:

Health. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pets can help lower one's blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. They can help people live healthier lives.

Loneliness. Having a pet also reduces feelings of loneliness, and increases opportunities for socialization. People often stop to talk to others who have pets, and pets are great at keeping people from feeling alone.

Recovery. Many studies have shown that pets can be beneficial for those with chronic illnesses or who are in rehabilitation. Recent research in Rehabilitation Nursing found that patients who receive animal-assisted therapy in acute rehabilitation settings can experience greater satisfaction.