The Heart Foundation reports that dog owners are more likely to live longer than non dog owners, and this is why...
When you own a dog, your hormone levels increase exponentially to enhance the natural production of oxytocin, serotonin and dopamine in your body. These hormones are called your ‘happy hormones’. They lower stress levels and increase your overall feeling of well-being. They lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and improve fitness and reduce feelings of depression.