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\"Are you thinking about getting a beautiful portrait of your pet? An artist by profession, Miri\'s paintings make a lasting keepsake of your furry or feathered friend. For more info, please visit Custom Pet Portraits by Miri at http://www.petportraitsbymiri.com/\n\n\" - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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10 Reasons You Need a Pet
If you have been thinking about
getting a pet, perhaps you need a
little encouragement, or maybe
you need some ammunition …
… when trying to convince family
members that having an animal in
the home can be beneficial.
Here's a list of ten reasons why
having a pet can be great and
why you need one today.
COMPANIONSHIP
If you live alone, or if your spouse
or significant other travels
frequently, having a pet at
home can provide a welcome
companion for you.
Whether it's a dog to greet you at
the door, a cat to curl up next to
you or a bird to sing to you while
you fix supper …
… having a healthy fun animal at
your home can make you feel less
lonely. This is especially true if you
have recently lost a partner.
EXERCISE
Having a dog or a horse can provide
you with a reason to exercise that
you didn't have before.
It can also help you build muscles
and get your heart pumping
without that feeling you get
when you drag yourself to the
gym for a workout.
To maximize this benefit of
having a pet, be sure to get
one that needs regular
amounts of exercise, like a
poodle or a pony …
… but not so much that you
can't handle it, as might
happen with a border collie
or Thoroughbred stallion.
OTHER HEALTH BONUSES
In addition to getting you
out to exercise every day,
pets can bring other
health benefits too.
Studies show that just petting a
dog or cat for a few minutes
can improve relaxation and
lower blood pressure.
DISCIPLINE
Even having a pet that doesn't
need exercise can help you
improve your discipline.
If you know you need to be
home every night to feed your
pet or let it out, you will be more
likely to stick to a routine.
The more your pet is dependent on you, the more self-discipline
you'll have to muster.
A dog that needs walking every morning, for example, could be
a great way to help you get on a healthier morning schedule if
you have a tendency to lie in bed too long.
PROTECTION
You don't have to have an enormous
dog to get the protection of a pet.
Even the sound of a small, yappy dog
sounding the alarm of a potential intruder
is enough to scare away most burglars.
Pets have also been instrumental in
alerting their owners to smoke and fire in
the home.
If the only time you can walk
or jog is after dark, having a
dog to go with you will make
your jaunts significantly safer.
SOCIAL LIFE
If you tend to be shy or are
new to your area, having a
pet can be a great way to
start the conversation and
meet new people.
Whether at a puppy class or at
the dog park, you'll meet many
new folks, most of whom have a
lot in common with you because
of your dedication to your
animals.
Even if you are housebound,
joining an online pet forum can
be a way to connect with the
outside world.
ACTIVITIES
Are you looking for something new
to do with your free time? A pet
can offer a wealth of opportunities
to try different activities.
Of course, there are many dog
ventures like fly ball, agility and
hospital therapy, but there are also
cat and bird shows and even clubs
for pet hamsters and snails.
NEW PLACES
Having a dog is one of the best ways getting familiar with
new places.
Just walking around your neighborhood, you're sure to find
hidden parks and cool architecture.
If you want to travel further afield, hiking with your dog can be
a great way to experience the wilderness or your state parks.
There are nature camps as well, for people who want to
vacation with their pets.
KIDS
Getting a pet for the kids is
a good way to teach them
about biology, compassion
and responsibility.
Just don't expect them to
do the work of adults, and
make sure you can handle
the duties that come with
your pet …
…in case your kids get
caught up with school
work or take off to camp
for the summer.
ENTERTAINMENT
If you read the book "Marley
and Me," you know how
entertaining pets can be.
You'll have stories for a
lifetime when you bring an
animal into your life.
Even a tank of beautiful tropical
fish can hypnotize you and
create a stunning focal point for
your living room.
If you're not sure about getting a
pet, try starting with an easy keeper,
like a turtle or a mellow cat, and
work your way up to animals that
require more care and attention.
You may find you like having a pet
so much your home becomes the
neighborhood hangout!
Are you thinking about getting a
beautiful portrait of your pet?
An artist by profession, Miri's
paintings make a lasting
keepsake of your furry or
feathered friend.
For more info, please visit
Custom Pet Portraits by Miri at
www.petportraitsbymiri.com
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