Pets – Doc MacLeod's Musings

Deep Dive into Anxiety Relief | Walking in a Small Town

March 20, 2020March 20, 2020 by Colleen, posted in Anxiety, Nature, Pets

Walking increases the flow of oxygenated blood in the brain as well as boosting the release of feel-good endorphins and dopamine.

Soothe your Soul: Pet a Soft Purring Cat or Take a Brisk Walk with a Dog.

August 30, 2018August 30, 2018 by Colleen, posted in Mental Health, Pets

There have been many articles written on the ways animals can help people with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. There is even a Human Animal Bond Research Institute! Check out the research summaries they have on mental health and trauma/PTSD. My first awareness of the importance of pets to mental health came in … Continue reading Soothe your Soul: Pet a Soft Purring Cat or Take a Brisk Walk with a Dog.