October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! Discover how rescue dogs like Mabel bring joy, emotional support, and mental health benefits to daily life. From playful antics to quiet comforting moments, adopting a shelter dog can change both your life and theirs.
Miss Mabel: A Rescue Dog Who Stole Our Hearts
October is a perfect time to celebrate the love, companionship, and mental health benefits that come from adopting a shelter dog. For us, this month is a reminder of Mabel, our rescue dog who has completely stolen our hearts.
From her playful antics to those quiet moments curled up at our feet, Mabel isn’t just a pet—she’s a source of daily joy and emotional support.
The Mental Health Benefits of Dogs
Research shows that pets, especially dogs, offer significant mental health benefits. Rescue dogs like Mabel can:
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Reduce stress and anxiety through their presence and companionship
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Boost mood and overall emotional well-being
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Provide comfort during difficult moments
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Encourage mindfulness and grounding through daily walks, playtime, and care
These benefits align with the principles of pet therapy, which uses animals intentionally to support mental health and reduce stress.
Why You Should Consider Adopting a Shelter Dog
Adopting a dog isn’t just life-changing for the animal; it also provides emotional support and companionship for the adopter.
During Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, consider visiting your local shelter. The love, laughter, and companionship waiting there might just change your life—like Miss Mabel changed ours.
Reflection
Who—or what—brings calm and joy to your day like Mabel does to ours? Taking a moment to slow down, care for yourself, and connect with a companion—human or animal—can have a profound impact on mental health.
Support for Your Mental Health
Mabel reminds us to slow down and care for ourselves. If you’d like support taking care of your mental health, please reach out. I look forward to connecting with you.
Annika Schaefer
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