: Teens who own dogs have a distinctly different composition of oral and gut bacteria compared to those who do not.
Outside of the microbiology, experts at institutions like the Tufts PAW Lab point to the foundational social support dogs provide. PAW Lab's Teen & Dog Study Recognized doggies teens
: When researchers transplanted these microbes into germ-free mice, the mice became more socially engaged and actively approached trapped cage-mates. 🧠 Mental Health and Behavioral Benefits : Teens who own dogs have a distinctly
: Dog owners score much higher on metrics of companionship and long-term social support. ❤️ Why Teens Turn to Dogs 🧠 Mental Health and Behavioral Benefits : Dog
Recent scientific breakthroughs show that the benefits of having a dog go far beyond emotional support—it actually alters biology. Below is a breakdown of the latest findings regarding dogs and teenagers. 🔬 The Biological Breakthrough: The Microbiome
: Teens with dogs are less likely to isolate themselves.