Dogs are buddies and make people a lot happier. In a time when mental problems are unfortunately on the rise, a dog is a good form of therapy. Don't have time for a dog of your own, but do you want a sweet fuzzy friend around you every now and then? Then a babysitting dog is the perfect solution. Why is a babysitting dog so good for your mental health?
- Walking provides dopamine
It's one of those days when you don't feel like doing anything. You want to curl up under a blanket and watch that movie you've seen a little too often. But on days like that, walking is important. Because when you walk, you produce dopamine (read happiness)! Take a four-legged friend along for fun and recharge your battery (and that of the dog) in the woods or on the beach!
2. Hug
Cuddling is a form of therapy for humans and for animals! In addition, cuddling releases oxytocin, also known as the cuddle hormone. It has been scientifically proven that petting a dog lowers your heart rate and blood pressure and reduces stress. So cuddling with a dog is very good for your system and is absolutely recommended!
3. Structure
Could you use some structure in your life? Maybe you work or study at home a lot, or you don't have a job. Structure is important for a person because it provides a form of footing. A babysitting dog can provide structure because he eats at set times and has to go outside 3-4 times a day.
4. Less loneliness
We live in the world where there is more digitization than ever and where we are becoming increasingly individualized. At the same time, mental problems and loneliness are increasing. People are alone more often because of the increase in working from home and because phones are taking over our social engagements. By occasionally babysitting a dog, you have a good distraction and reduce loneliness.
5. Your social network expands
When you take care of a babysitting dog through Petbnb, you gain more social connections. First, you'll have contact with the dog's owner and you can exchange photos and videos 24/7 through our app. Not surprisingly, some very nice friendships and even love relationships have developed between owners and sitters! In addition, you quickly talk to several people by walking with your babysitting dog and you are suddenly a magnet for passersby.
6. Dogs make you smile
Dogs are sometimes a bit quirky and this is what makes them so much fun! Don't be surprised if your foster dog suddenly chases his own tail. Dogs often make us laugh, and laughter naturally makes for better mental health.
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