Married people have fewer accidents and injuries, according to the National Health Interview Survey. Cancer rates are also lower for the married population. Pets and Health Pets are an important aspect of health for humans. There are over 100 million pets in the US alone. Over half of all American homes have pets.
Pets fulfill many needs for humans.
Pets create an opportunity for meaningful interactions and emotional relationships. Pet owners are able to care and love for another living being. And as all pet owners know, pets love us in return. The greatest benefit of pet ownership comes to the oldest part of the population. A study out of UCLA followed 1,000 Medicare enrollees for one year.