Did you know every day pets make their owners smile an average of 11 times and make them laugh 9 times?
A national survey of cat and dog parents, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Nulo, revealed that 56% of survey respondents have been rescued by their four-legged companions in one way or another.
The survey explored how our canines and felines boost our mental health; lifting us when we’re low, grounding us when we soar too high, and offering unwavering support.
Thirty-four percent of survey respondents purposely got a pet to improve their mental health, and there was near-unanimous (95%) agreement that having a pet improves their mental health daily.
But what exactly causes these moments of endearment? Respondents shared some of their favourite ways their pets bring them joy daily such as, “playing fetch in the yard,” “opening the door by themselves,” “laying on their back, begging to be scratched,” or simply “getting the zoomies.”
This profound connection between pets and our well-being is something communities across Canada are celebrating and supporting. Local retailers dedicated to pet wellness understand that when we invest in our pets' health through quality nutrition and care, we're strengthening the bonds that make our families and communities healthier and happier.
“There are times when you have a tough road trip, you lose three games, you're in a bad spot, you're in the dumps, and you get home at 1:00 or 2:00 AM, and all you hear first is the bark of Zeus. And I’ll give him a couple of Nulo treats every once in a while!" said Nulo brand partner and professional ice hockey player Mitch Marner. “He has no clue what I do. He just loves me for who I am, and that’s why it’s nice to come home to him and just relax together. ”
To Mitch’s point on just how much our pets impact our mental health, only 32% of survey respondents graded their mental health between an A+ and an A- before getting a pet. After getting their pet, that number leaps to 72%!!
Some shared that it’s the companionship that gives them the boost, saying a pet “makes me feel needed” or simply gives them support “by always being there next to me.”
“I never grew up with a dog – I didn’t know what that was like, and I would hear people talk about how much they love their dog and how much they meant to them. But now I understand, the love from a pet is the most unconditional love you can get. You get home and there’s no judgment. They just love you for who you are.” said Nulo brand partner and Marie-Philip Poulin "And that’s the thing, when you’re a professional athlete, you don’t want to disappoint people, and you don’t want to lose. But even in the toughest times, Arlo reminds me why I do what I do and keeps a big smile on my face.”
At Nulo, we understand that pets are such an important part of our emotional support system. In fact, they fuel the incredible in us. And we can show our thanks by making sure we love, spoil, and fuel them with the best nutrition possible. Choose Nulo for premium nutrition featuring high-meat, low-carb, irresistible recipes for your four-legged family members. Fuel Incredible.
