#4 – Dogs Keep You Healthy

Fact: dogs need to be walked. They’re not going to take themselves out and lock the door on the way out. They’re not going to pop into the garage and hit the treadmill for 30 minutes. No, they rely on you to walk them which can only be a good thing for you and your health. In fact, a study has shown that dog owners get more exercise walking their pet than someone with a gym membership. When was the last time you saw a cat on a lead in the park? Exactly. Dogs 4 – cats 0.