: Teens who own dogs have a distinctly different composition of oral and gut bacteria compared to those who do not.
: When researchers transplanted these microbes into germ-free mice, the mice became more socially engaged and actively approached trapped cage-mates. 🧠 Mental Health and Behavioral Benefits
A landmark study led by researchers at Azabu University in Japan revealed an entirely new mechanism for how dogs help teens.
: Pups help quiet chaotic or intrusive adolescent thoughts.
: Dog owners score much higher on metrics of companionship and long-term social support. ❤️ Why Teens Turn to Dogs
: Incidents of aggressive or delinquent behavior are significantly reduced.
: Teens who own dogs have a distinctly different composition of oral and gut bacteria compared to those who do not.
: When researchers transplanted these microbes into germ-free mice, the mice became more socially engaged and actively approached trapped cage-mates. 🧠 Mental Health and Behavioral Benefits
A landmark study led by researchers at Azabu University in Japan revealed an entirely new mechanism for how dogs help teens.
: Pups help quiet chaotic or intrusive adolescent thoughts.
: Dog owners score much higher on metrics of companionship and long-term social support. ❤️ Why Teens Turn to Dogs
: Incidents of aggressive or delinquent behavior are significantly reduced.
