relationships

pet joy and loveliness

Posted on December 1, 2011
he is not sad, promise! Just sleepy having some time out while Little E sleeps.

More and more pets are being used for therapy, assisting the needy and helping the sick feel a little more joy

More and more science is showing the benefits of having a pet.

Somehow I came across an article that discusses why and how pets boost your health and I couldn’t help but wonder is it the pet itself or the relationship and bond created, or both?

Let me introduce to my other child… child number 2 in our family…

Walter – “alter” “nugget” “buddy” or “walter boy” is our 3 year old border collie. He likes to sleep, play with other dogs, bark, go for long walks with Little E, while also having some time out and peace and quiet on other times.

Little E is just in ore of him. Can’t get enough. My biggest challenge is to teach her to respect his space.

The bond created between human and animal is totally unconditional. An animal just wants love and affection. There is no judgement.

This relationship for children can be the very best thing to encourage positive relationships, positive friendships, and emotional intelligence. This relationship can teach and encourage children about feelings and emotions in ways that is totally different to no other.

Express love, show love, be loved by another.

Reduce anxiety, help communication, provides comfort and can help with social interaction.

We all know a nana who has a little dog without fail will be out walking it each day. If you don’t have a nana like this, you certainly have seen one on the street at some stage…

Walking stick, handbag, and little doggy next to her…

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So today I am thankful for our friend Walter, Alter, Nugget and Buddy who constantly puts a smile on our face, brings a laugh and is a fantastic vacuum cleaner after each meal!

 

Do you have a pet? If so, how does it bring joy, loveliness and health to you and your family?

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I like red wine, coffee and a good book {not necessarily in that order}. Mum to 2 rugrats, ex-psychotherapist turned tech entrepreneur.

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  • http://www.sakuraharuka.com Ai Sakura

    Unfortunately, we have not pets. Although I would like one.. it’s a funny thing because my hubby is a vet and people always assume we have one hahah. But thing is, we are both working and have a young toddler, barely enough time for all of us and if we can’t commit to taking care of a pet properly, it’s best not to start… too many unwanted pets left at SPCA or the streets nowadays.

  • http://www.katesaysstuff.com kate says stuff

    Lovely <3

    We don't have pets, my rule is as long as I'm cleaning up the poo of two small people I am not willing to clean up the poo of anyone or anything else!

    Needless to say my big boy can't WAIT for the little kids to toilet train ;)

  • http://www.jodigibson.com.au Jodi Gibson @ Lipgloss Mumma (formerly The Scribble Den)

    Wholeheartedly agree. Pets teach loyalty, love and provide joy. We have an 8 year old chocolate lab, a nearly 1 year old golden retriever and a cat. They really do make our home complete.

    • Tahlia

      Have you changed your blog name Jodi? I am off to check it out!

  • http://www.jaynewatkins.com/ Jayne

    I have a cat and a dog. My dog just had eye surgery yesterday and she’s so sad right now.

    They’re both great little pets. They always seem to know exactly when we’re tired/sick/stressed and in need of their snuggles.

  • http://myeleminateacneblog.net/ Mai Miranda

    Hello Theparentingfiles,
    On a similar note, They are mostly known as Thanksgiving dinners. However, it is also possible to have them as pets. Raising turkeys as pets might not be as popular as buying puppies and kittens, but this does have its own perks and simple joys as well.
    Thx.

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