New research shows that keeping dogs can reduce premature deaths
People who keep one or more dogs are less likely to die prematurely from heart disease or any other cause, according to a new study.
Dog owners may be happy to hear this new study, but most of them will probably say for sure that they keep dogs for their own pleasure.
At least not in the hope of a cure. But researchers say there are more benefits to petting a dog than just finding peace of mind.
Researchers have found such results in a survey of about 3.5 million people in Sweden.
Dogs have become important companions for lonely people
The study, published in the scientific journal Scientific Report, looked at data and causes of premature deaths from heart disease and other causes during the 12-year period from 2001 to 2012.
The survey was conducted on nationally registered people between the ages of 40 and 60.
It has been found that those who keep dogs, especially those who own predatory dogs, have a much lower rate of heart attack.
Dogs that have the ability to identify terry, retrievers and odor dryers in particular, keep all owners, even their risk of heart disease, low.
The reason for this, researchers say, is that anyone who keeps a dog has to be physically active.
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In addition, the presence of dogs in the house causes some small bacteria to grow, which is beneficial for humans.
Studies have shown that dog owners who live alone have a 33 percent lower risk of premature death and an 11 percent lower risk of heart attack.
Dr. Mubanga, a member of the research team, says that in these cases, dogs become important members of the family. That is why loneliness disappears a lot.
An earlier study found that people who live alone are more likely to have cardiovascular disease or heart disease.