Harness the healing power of pets!

Shari and Brett train service dogs to help vets—and here’s what a pet can do for you!

Boost your heart health! Having a pet can cut your heart disease risk and lower blood pressure. In fact, when people with hypertension adopt a dog or cat, studies show their blood pressure drops within six months.

Banish the blues! Petting Fido or Fluffy doesn’t just make them happy—research shows stroking your pet boosts your levels of feel-good hormones that reduce depression!

Rev immunity! Being a pet parent is a boon to your immune system. Studies link it to higher levels of illness-fighting antibodies, making you less likely to get colds and the flu.