Happy National Dog Day!
How can we repay our furry friend(s) who provide us with comfort, care and kinship.
Well. Luckily, we live in a city where the dogs are treated better than kids. And we’re only slightly kidding.
I mean, let’s be real. We see the Summerlin mothers (or fathers, too) who are pushing strollers at the local park. However, instead of a baby being snuggled into the stroller, a small Yorkie, teacup poodle or tiny Pomeranian can be seen perched on the stroller.
Aside from this, many of us can appreciate the dogs in our life. There’s also clinical research that proves the benefits of having a canine companion in your life.
Harvard Medical School actually conducted research about the connection between owning a dog and a the owner’s wellbeing. According to the research, having a dog can boost human health.
Aside from a dog making their owners more physically active, owning a dog can help humans be more mindful and calmer. It can also help kids be more active, secure and responsible.
Petting a dog can even lower a person’s blood pressure and heart rate. And the dog benefits from this as well! Being a dog parent can calm jagged nerves and reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness, too. So, along with the unparalleled companionship, owning a dog will hypothetically improve your mental and physical wellbeing!
Since National Dog Day is nearly here, there are a few ways you can help out our pooch community in the Vegas Valley.
The Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is always looking for financial support due to the organization being fully independent and volunteer based.
If you’re a Las Vegas local who’s looking to celebrate your doggy in all its glory then look no further! Here are a few fun activities you can do on National Dog Day!