All animals have feelings and that includes dogs. Studies have shown that dogs are capable of responding to human emotions and the science community recognizes it.
Dogs change our way of living because we most likely turn to them in times of emotional distress rather than our relatives, a study of 975 dog-owning adults proves it. Even Voltaire observed and quoted: “It seems that nature has given the dog to man for his defense and for his pleasure. Of all animals, it is the most faithful: it is the best friend man can have.” That is why it’s not a shock to us when we hear that our canine companions are the most commonly used animals in therapy.
Research has also shown from time to time again that pet ownership gives a positive impact on human lives. Nowadays, dogs are being used increasingly as core components in a variety of mental health programs- offering companionship, happy associations, and unconditional love. In the United Kingdom, an organization called Pets as Therapy (PAT) houses more than 5,000 canines, which they let them meet 130,000 people a week.
Dogs also get awarded. In the US, there is also an organization called the American Kennel Club that has a Therapy Dog Program which recognizes six national dog therapy organizations and gives official award titles to dogs who have worked to bring a positive change to lives of people they have visited.
Article source: Sciencealert.com
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