Were there days throughout the past year when you felt like your dog was your saving grace? Maybe he was the reason you headed outside for a daily walk. Maybe she kept you laughing with her ridiculous antics. Or maybe your caring canine just sat with you in times of stress or uncertainty, a calm presence during an unprecedented period of time.
While the people working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic have been out there keeping us safe, our pets have been holding down the fort at home, always there to offer unconditional love.
Dr. Ann Frank of Greenville, a clinical psychologist, said, “There’s nothing fake about the benefits of having a pet by your side, especially if you’re emotionally bonded. Whether dog, cat, or bunny – our furry companions have given us lifesaving antidote for the psychological and physical stress caused by the coronavirus pandemic.