20/03/2024
This is an interesting study that measured EEG activity and used a subjective scale. The study revealed that different activities had varying effects on participants' brain waves. The results used the participant's brain wave activity and answers about how they felt after each activity with the dog. Keep in mind, this was a very small study, used the researcher's own dog, participants were recruited from a dog salon & grooming school and there was no control group. However, it indicated that interacting with dogs has a beneficial effect on some people. Participants reported feeling less stressed, fatigued and depressed after interacting with the dog.
FRIDAY, March 15, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Playing fetch or grooming Fido isn't just good for your precious pooch — it also benefits your brain.Such interaction