Will you get sick if you raise a dog? I heard that dogs can also cause diseases

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

Will you get sick if you raise a dog? I heard that dogs can also cause diseases

Can dogs get sick?

Dogs will not get sick. As long as they are raised scientifically, clean and disinfect the kennel and home environment frequently, and use sterilization products regularly, they will not get sick, but will also be helpful to their health. Research data shows that compared with people without dogs, dog owners have a 20% lower risk of death. Among them, dog owners who lived alone had a 33% lower risk of death and an 8% lower risk of cardiovascular disease, such as stroke and heart failure.
Research shows that keeping a dog can reduce the owner’s stress and anxiety, help lower blood pressure, and improve the body’s immunity.