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The importance of the human-animal bond knows no bounds. Whether you own a pet or not, animal companionship can help keep us healthy and improve our quality of life. With the help of a strong human-animal bond, children can develop into their best selves.


  
 

Animals can help improve students’ academic performance and attitudes toward school.1

A set of friendly, furry ears can provide the confidence boost children need to feel secure while reading aloud in the classroom. Research shows that for some children, animal-assisted reading programs can even improve reading comprehension.2

In and out of the classroom, the human-animal bond can decrease social anxiety and increase positive social behaviours, leading to better social integration.3,4 Pets can help children to develop and flourish socially. Bonding with an animal can help children to realize their full potential.

The human-animal bond has been studied for decades, and the research is clear: a healthy pet in your life can keep you healthy, and the more you take care of your pet’s health the more your pet takes care of you.


Keep the human-animal bond strong. Make an appointment to check up on your pet’s health today!

 

References
1. Beetz, A. “Socio-emotional Correlates of a Schooldog-Teacher-Team in the Classroom.” Front. Psychol. 4.886 (2013). DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2013.00886. 2. Le Roux, M.C., Swartz, L., and Swart, E. "The Effect of an Animal-Assisted Reading Program on the Reading Rate, Accuracy and Comprehension of Grade 3 Students: A Randomized Control Study." Child & Youth Care Forum 43.6. Springer US (2014). 3. Anderson, K.L., and Olson, M.R. “The Value of a Dog in a Classroom of Children with Severe Emotional Disorders.” Antrozoos 19.1 (2006): 35-49. 4. O’Haire, M.E. et al. “Social behaviors increase in children with autism in the presence of animals compared to toys.” PloS ONE 8.2 (2013): 1-10. https://habricentral.org/resources/1947