“A domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, non-retractable claws, and a barking, howling, or whining voice.”
That is the google’s definition of a dog. Go check on google, that is it.
But that is not what a dog is. A dog is actually an animal that knows more about humanity than a human. It is the only living being that will love you more than you love yourself. True?
Dogs are special beings. They love and love and love, that is probably all they know. They won’t judge you, neither will they ever leave your side. They will lick you, roll over, try and catch their tail, will do anything to get your attention. The little furry devils will teach you more about happiness than any other being in your life.
Emotional Support Animal concept picked up because people realized the wide benefits of compassion and love they have to offer. Therefore if anyone looking for an emotional support dog certification, don’t be hesitant to do so.
Benefits of an Emotional Support Dog
Let’s put some light on the benefits the four legged fur devils have in our lives:
Social:
Dogs are social beings. People who suffer from social anxiety can opt to get an emotional support animal for their treatment.In a study it was revealed that dog owners while taking their dog on walk tend to speak with other dog owners more comfortably.
Dogs are great conversation openers. Start any conversation with your dog, and the other person is hooked to it. Dog owners love to share stories about their dogs, it’s a fact! Also, having a dog as your emotional support animals helps you gain confidence.
Heart Health:
Dogs are a great medicine for your heart. They complete the emptiness inside you that you never knew even existed. They just bring that calm in you. With fur all over your house, I don’t know how but they even help in reducing your blood pressure.
What keeps a heart more healthy than happiness. And what gives more happiness than a dog rolled over for a belly rub. They also reduce triglyceride levels and cholesterol in the person. A study also showed that people that have dogs have less chances to suffer from a heart attack. It is one because of their love and support but also because dog owners are more active than non-dog owners.
Psychological:
Your fingers will seem less when you count the psychological benefits of having an emotional support dog. It is a medicine like none other. Spend some time with a dog and you just lowered your depression and anxiety. It’s true. Yes it is.
They have this aura and positiveness around them that whenever you enter their space the world seems lot greener and happier. Scientifically they help increasing serotonin and dopamine. They are the best companions one could wish for.
Illness:
They are very helpful in treatment of various conditions in people. They have this inhibit quality in them that they light up the mood of the person and helps in improving the health of the person. People with mental health conditions enjoy such great benefits from the wet nosed love walkers.
Overall Fitness and Health:
Dogs are your best fitness trainers. If you are anything like me then you have a gym subscription but haven’t seen the face of the gym for the past two months. Am I right? Don’t worry, get yourself a dog and witness the power of the cute devils.
He will wake you up better than your alarm clock. The one thing is that you are obligated to take him out on walks everyday and that definitely keeps your health in check.
They fit with every age group. With children they are their favorite toy and protectors, with middle age people they are their best wingman and friends, with married people they act cupid and very are helpful in keeping the marriage stress-free, and with aged people they are their aid and compatriots. Jack of all trades you say.
So, get your emotional support animal documentation ready to get your ESA letter.
My ESA Doctor 