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That study merely adds to the existing evidence that shows how animals can benefit human . For example, psychologists have found reason to believe that owning a dog helps lower your blood pressure and your cholesterol [source: BVA]. And other research shows that pets help us feel better overall and help us to deal with stress, which can be a source of illness [sources: Laino, BBC News].
And let's not forget the benefits for the elderly. For example, one study observed neural activity in seniors while they walked or interacted with a dog [source: Motooka]. It turned out that walking with a dog gave seniors a boost in parasympathetic nervous system activity, which is good because the parasympathetic nervous system helps calm and rest the body.
For whatever reason, pets certainly can have a special effect on their owners. On the next page, find out more about pets' amazing ability to improve our . Is it really possible for a dog to foresee its owner's seizures and even detect cancer?
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