Are Kids Who Grow Up With Dogs Healthier?
According to a new study, if your child grows up with a pup around, he or she is less likely to develop colds and ear infections as an infant. Are kids who grow up with dogs healthier?
CBSNEWS.COM reports:Babies born in homes with cats also showed a protective benefit against respiratory symptoms, though not as strong
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Physically, they probably are - but not always. I have met people with dogs who are not in a good physical condition despite the fact you would expect them to take their dogs for walkies. One person I met let their dog be the alpha as far as I know - not intentionally, they were just stupid. Their house smelled, it was a mess, and I think that this impacted on both their physical and mental health. It didn't improve hygiene at all, either. Mentally? Growing up making friends with people is good, making friends with animals isn't. I don't think that people will be better off mentally if they have a dog. Side: No
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