Socializing is good for dogs

It has been known for many years that spending time with friends and family has numerous benefits for a person’s health and well-being, but now a study has revealed that the same can be said for dogs. Our canine companions can also improve their health by socializing with other dogs. A team of researchers carried out a survey of more than 21,000 dog owners. Each owner was asked about their dog’s diet, behavior, health, and physical activity. The researchers found that different parts of a dog’s lifestyle and the environment that they grow up in can be used to predict their health. The results showed that, compared with other parts of their lifestyles, socializing with other dogs boosted a dog’s health the most. Not all dogs like to socialize with…

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