2. Walking dogs increases interactions
Strangers approach dogs
Dog owners bond with other owners
Topic of conversation
You can interact with other dogs
3. Dogs need to be walked
Forces you to exercise
Stay active with them in yard
4. Dogs can be of service
They can help owners
They sense upcoming events like seizures
5. Dogs have a schedule (meals/walks)
Provide sense of purpose
Help with depression
Responsibility
Reason to live
6. Dogs are loyal to owner
Offer unconditional love
Understand your emotions
Always listen to you vent
They like doing what you do