A new film voiced by Sir Michael Gambon (Dumbledore in Harry Potter) has been released by tails.com to celebrate the unique personalities of dogs. It stars 20 dogs and follows research that proves our furry friends really do make us happier.
They never judge you
According to the study dog owners are eight per cent happier than non-dog owners. Here are ten reasons why man's best friend makes us so happy:
- Dogs make their owners physically fitter, as they encourage healthy living through regular walks and mealtimes
- Being in the company of a dog is proven to help make people less stressed
- Talking to your pet is known to be therapeutic
- Dogs will never judge, and always keep your secrets
- Dogs are always happy to see you when you walk through the front door, which is great for your self-esteem
- Dogs help you meet new people and form new relationships with other dog owners
- There are huge physiological benefits to stroking and cuddling your dog, as it is proven to lower blood pressure and have a calming effect
- They always know when you're feeling sad and will aim to comfort you when you're down
- Dogs will always be man's best friend
- Dogs have unique personalities and characteristics that never fail to make you smile
James Davidson, co-founder and CEO of tails.com, said:
"Dogs are one of the most diverse species on the planet, but they all have one thing in common in that they make the lives of their owners happier. Our film captures some of the unique personalities of dogs and recognises how much they can change our individual worlds for the better. Because every dog is different we believe its food should be too, which is why we deliver tailor-made food blended to each individual dog's nutritional and dietary needs - helping owners enjoy a happier dog for longer."