companion animals and care
what are companion animals
animals that people have in order to feel less lonely
what can companion animals alleviate?
they can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression
what makes a plant a good companion?
nothing, they´re not companion animals
which is not a type of companion animal according to the presentation?
a. ferrets
b. guinea pigs
c. dogs
d. your mom
d. your mom
what are the health benefits of owning a companion animal
they can lower blood pressure, improve cardiovascular health, and encourage exercise
how are rabbits good companions?
They are known for their sociability, calming presence and are known to help people with mental health issues
what is one way you can care for a companion animal?
just take care of them as if they were a normal pet!
what are the social benefits of owning a companion animal
they fascilitate social interaction between those who also have pets
how are birds good companions?
they are extremely intelligent, helpful and some people even use them as therapy animals
what percentage of households do not have companion animals?
32.7%
How can companion animals help veterans specifically as mentioned in the presentation?
Their animals give them a renewed sense of purpose and life
how are cats good companion animals?
They are extremely popular as pets to have, alleviate loneliness, anxiety and depression
what percentage of households have animals?
67.3%
What can dogs help with?
a. depression
b. arthritis
c. your mom
d. school work
a. depression
how are dogs good companion animals?
they improve mental health, like stress and anxiety. they can also boof your self-esteem and improve social connections with others