Doggies - Teens

: Dog owners score much higher on metrics of companionship and long-term social support. ❤️ Why Teens Turn to Dogs

: 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 doggies teens

: Teens with dogs are less likely to isolate themselves. : Dog owners score much higher on metrics

: Incidents of aggressive or delinquent behavior are significantly reduced. : Incidents of aggressive or delinquent behavior are

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

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

A landmark study led by researchers at Azabu University in Japan revealed an entirely new mechanism for how dogs help teens.