As If we didn't know. Studies say Pets are good for the heart!

I absolutely agree that pets are important for not only our heart health, but also for our emotional health. Now that I am a senior citizen, and none of my children are close to where I live, my little dogs are my family, and I call Chipper my Furry Kid. He is always right beside me, and usually laying on his little pillow , right on my lap. I think he understands about everything I say, and most of what I am thinking, too !
When I am having a bad heart day, the dogs are always right beside me if I am resting, and I am pretty sure that they know I am not feeling well that day.
Some dogs are trained and licensed to visit patients on hospitals and nursing homes, and they bring great joy to the people they visit. One of Chippers sons , Mr. Fletcher, is such a dog, and he goes with his owner to visit nursing homes, and even has a little wagon that he rides in at the local parades !