Pets and People: The Power of the Health Connection - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

The remarkable bond between people and pets has always run deep. But now medical researchers are starting to appreciate how owning pets can provide life-altering health benefits, too. Pets help their owners exercise more, reduce anxiety ...See moreThe remarkable bond between people and pets has always run deep. But now medical researchers are starting to appreciate how owning pets can provide life-altering health benefits, too. Pets help their owners exercise more, reduce anxiety and connect to the world. Specially trained dogs help physically or emotionally disabled patients cope with serious illness and live fuller, more productive lives. And some pets even improve cardiovascular and mental health for their owners, new studies show. Join Discovery Health CME as we examine the rich connections between Americans, their pets and their health. Written by Robin Goldman See less