Dogs Can Help Reduce Stress in Children: What to Know

Healthline – Michelle Pugle

Spending time with dogs can help reduce stress in children.

That’s according to a new studyTrusted Source published in the journal PLOS ONE.

The study examined stress levels in children in the United Kingdom before and after spending 20 minutes with a trained dog and professional handler. The sessions were twice a week for four weeks.

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