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Most of us pet parents appreciate the benefits of having a dog in the general sense. After all, even the humans who love us most rarely run to greet us at the door when we come home (and maybe even pee a little because of all the excitement) the way our dogs do.
But let’s Olivia Newton-John this one and get physical. According to researchers at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, having a dog can literally improve your overall physical health in some very specific ways. Drumroll please, here are 10:
There you have it. Dogs for life!
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