What if cuddling your dog or cat could actually lower your blood pressure and improve your mental health?
In this episode, host Amy Castro talks with Lindsey Braun, Vice President of Research and Operations at the Human-Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), about what science says pets really do for our health. Together, they explore how the human-animal bond goes far beyond companionship—with measurable effects on physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
You’ll learn:
• How pets improve both physical and emotional health
• What sets pets apart from emotional support, service, or therapy animals
• How HABRI is shaping research and policies that promote pet-friendly living
If you love your pet but have ever wondered why they make you feel better, this conversation reveals the real science behind it.
To learn more, visit https://habri.org
and https://www.preventivevet.com
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If you hear us mention Starlight Pet Talk, don’t worry—you’re in the right place. The show has evolved, but our mission to help pets and their people live better together hasn’t changed.
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