Have a Stress-Free Holiday

December is National Stress-Free Family Holiday Month. I imagine December was picked for all the holiday chores and pressures that come into our lives at this time of year. One great way to relieve stress is to spend time with your pet. We all know that it is awfully hard to stay in a bad mood when those big puppy-dog eyes are looking at us, but studies have actually shown that pets can control blood pressure better than drugs do. Pets can provide companionship at a time of year when many people feel lonely and depressed. Pets provide unconditional love, which is something people need but is not always easy to find. So if you’re struggling through your holiday chores and feeling the pressures that come with the season, slow down and take time to be with your pet. Less stress is a great feeling!