Study Finds Dog Owners Had Less Stress During Pandemic

Among the 3,000 dog and cat owners polled, dog owners reported less stress and loneliness than cat owners and those without pets during the reopening and recovery periods of the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

 

 

 

 

The study also discovered that cat owners experienced more stress and loneliness than other participants.

 

 

 

 

One of the main findings was that the difference in results between dog and cat owners could be explained in part by the owner-pet interaction. The authors believe that dog owners have a stronger link with their pets and feel more supported, which might lead to less stress and loneliness.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The study also discovered that cat owners experienced more stress and loneliness than other participants.

 

 

 

 

One of the main findings was that the difference in results between dog and cat owners could be explained in part by the owner-pet interaction. The authors believe that dog owners have a stronger link with their pets and feel more supported, which might lead to less stress and loneliness.