Congratulations, we have survived living with the pandemic for around two years now. From the start of COVID-19 till now, our way of life has drastically changed.
Needless to say, we are now adapting to the “new normal”.
Remember the very first circuit breaker last year, where most of us were cooped at home? Not sure about you, but I found myself endlessly scrolling through TikTok on my phone.
Don’t deny. You’ve probably watched countless cute animal videos appearing on your FYP too.
Well, while some of us *non-pet owners* can only get our dopamine spike from watching such videos, others get to interact with their pet in actuality.
For those of you still pestering your parents to get you a puppy or are heavily considering to get one for yourself, you’re in luck. Read on.
Survey shows that pets have a positive impact on our mental health
In a recent survey conducted by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Singapore, 89% of participants shared that their pets positively impacted their mental well-being while COVID-19 struck.
As an animal lover, I would choose to wholeheartedly agree that I can see why that is true.
From Oct to Nov this year, the survey was conducted with a sample size of 1,018 cat and dog owners.
With every survey, of course, it will not be 100% representative of our entire population. Nonetheless, the findings do speak volumes.
Among those surveyed, about one-third of them acquired their pets during and after the circuit breaker.
While more people are currently working from home, it is now increasingly obvious that the lives of animals and humans are becoming more intertwined. As such, pets have been shown to play an essential role in supporting us through a multitude of ways.
A Pet is for Life
While pets can have a positive impact on our overall mental and psychological well-being, one should not rush to get a pet as an “easy way out” to make us feel happier.
So please, hold your horses. Do not impulsively run to your nearest pet store to get your favourite animal after reading this article.
Should you be a potential pet owner, do heavily consider for the long term and weigh out the pros and cons.
Read up about the animal, find out about its diet requirements (if any) and its lifespan. Most importantly, understand that having a pet is a huge commitment and responsibility on your part.
Don’t chuck them at home alone after getting it ok. #PetLivesMatter.
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