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Paws & Wellness: Keeping Your Dog Happy and Healthy

Celebrating the bond between humans and dogs from health boosts and emotional comfort to loyal companionship one wagging tail at a time.

Animal Emergency of Gainesville

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1 month ago

Dogs offer unconditional love and steady presence—something especially grounding in tough times or for those feeling isolated. For older adults, interactions with pets can preserve cognitive function and slow mental decline. Recent 2025 research found dog owners maintained sharper memory and recall, with pet companionship emerging as a promising tool in healthy aging.