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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Furry Friends, Priceless Benefits
Caption: Furry Friends, Priceless Benefits. Coming home to a joyful pet can lift your spirits just like being welcomed by a loving partner. A new study reveals that having a dog or cat boosts wellbeing as much as getting married—or even earning £70,000 more a year. Researchers from the University of Kent translated the emotional value of pets into income-equivalent benefits. Pet ownership raised life satisfaction scores by 3 to 4 points—on par with regular social contact with loved ones. Being married adds an estimated £70,000 to your wellbeing, while separation feels like a loss of £170,000. Lead author Dr Adelina Gschwandtner wondered: “If friendship has a value, why not pets too?” Many people underestimate just how emotionally important their pets are to them, she said. Pets lower stress, improve heart health, and even reduce allergy risks in children—making us healthier and happier. The verdict? Pets make life better—emotionally, physically, and even financially. That wagging tail might be worth more than you think. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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