You must have heard that dogs are man’s best friend, but do you know that they are excellent for stress and anxiety relieve too?
Recent studies have confirmed that dogs can indeed be beneficial for a human’s mental health, with benefits specifically related to anxiety, depression, and coping with stress.
It has been shown that when human and a dog bond, emotional support exists between them which is very similar to the emotional support that exists between humans.
In other words, when we are upset, anxious or stressed, we benefit from being around other humans, same happens if we share our time and space with a dog.
All dogs have the same effect upon us humans, but there are some breeds which according to experts in their field of work are claimed to be top breeds for stress and anxiety relive!
Here there are:
Newfoundland
Commonly known as “Gentle Giants,” these dogs can weigh anywhere from 99 to 150 pounds, they have calm and loyal personality and are more than cute cuddly with their loveable bear-like look.
Newfoundlanders love to swim, and since water and beaches are often recommended as a great place to destress, why wouldn’t you want a destressing pat that doubles as a swimming buddy too?
Welsh Corgi
These dogs are small breed but very cute and affectionate, and are widely claimed for their loyalty and strong attachment to their owners.
No need to explain further, just ask yourself “If the queen can have them why can’t you too?”.
St. Bernard
Those huge pups according to some experts are one of the best breeds to fight anxiety! They are giant fur balls which are more than cute, full with love and affection, very smart, loyal and protective.
If you haven’t seen the movie “Beethoven” yet, maybe time has come for you to see it!