Dogs and plants go together like peanut butter and jelly. In fact, many dog owners love their plants just as much as they love their pets (if not more). Why do people who love dogs also love plants? It turns out that there are lots of reasons! Let’s explore them together:
Plants help with allergies.
If you or someone in your household has allergies, asthma or eczema, plants can help. Plants reduce the risk of allergens in the air by absorbing them and breaking them down into less allergenic substances. This is especially true for people who have dogs in their homes. A study conducted by Dr. James Gern and his colleagues found that having a dog reduces plant pollen exposure by up to 50 percent, because dogs will sniff out and eat those pesky weeds before they get anywhere near human noses!
There are some plants that are more effective than others at reducing indoor allergens, so be sure to check out all the benefits.
Plants improve air quality.
Plants are a great addition to any home because they help improve air quality. They do this by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, filtering out pollutants and toxins, helping keep the air humid, keeping humidity at a healthy level, and regulating temperature.
Plants and dogs help us be happier.
Plants and dogs can help us be happier.
Dogs have been shown to have a positive effect on people’s general well-being and mental health, as they help reduce stress and anxiety while increasing feelings of connectedness. Planting a garden can also make you feel more connected with nature and the environment around you, which is linked with increased happiness in studies of people who live in urban areas that lack green space (like New York City). The simple act of nurturing plants encourages mindfulness–another factor that contributes to happiness.
Plants can lower blood pressure.
Plants can lower blood pressure. This is a good thing for your heart, and it’s something that you can do with plants in your home.
How does this work? Well, plants have been shown to have relaxing effects on people–and stress is one of the biggest contributors to high blood pressure! It’s not just about having some greenery around; there are specific plants that have been proven to lower stress levels by releasing chemicals into their surroundings (like oxygen).
You’ll feel better in your home if you add plants and pets to it!
You’ll feel better in your home if you add plants and pets to it!
Plants can help with allergies: A study published in the journal Allergy found that people with allergies experienced a significant reduction in symptoms when they were exposed to houseplants. The study also found that people who had asthma reported fewer symptoms after being exposed to houseplants as compared with those who did not have access to any plants or flowers during their hospital stay.
Plants improve air quality: Studies suggest that indoor air quality may be worse than outdoor air quality due to our homes being closed off from nature’s elements and sealed tight against pollutants like pollen and mold spores; however, adding indoor plants can help reduce this problem by filtering out pollutants before they become airborne again (and making them easier for us humans’ lungs).
If you’re looking for a way to improve your quality of life, adding plants and pets to your home is a great place to start. Not only do they make our homes more enjoyable places to be, but they also help us feel better physically and emotionally. If you are considering bringing another furry friend into the family, consider adopting one from your local shelter!
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