Animals come with some powerful health benefits.  They can help relieve depression or anxiety, lower stress, and improve your heart health!

Companion animals have actually evolved to become attuned to humans and our behaviours and emotions.  Dogs, for example, are able to understand many of the words we use, but they’re even better at gauging our tone of voice, body language, and gestures.  And like any good human friend, a dog can look into your eyes and try to understand what you’re thinking or feeling.