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Does Pet Ownership Reduce your Risk for Heart Disease?

 
Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 (Original item from 1987-1990) | |
by Baker Medical Research Institute
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Short Description:
Results of a three-year study at the Baker Medical Research Institute showed that pet owners had lower blood pressure, lower triglyceride levels, and lower cholesterol levels than did non-owners.

Abstract:
Pet owners showed significantly lower triglyceride and cholesterol levels, as well as lower systolic blood pressure readings, compared with non-owners. The results were less pronounced among females, though female pet owners over 40 showed a significantly lower systolic blood pressure than non-owners. Upon further examination, no other factors were identified that could account for this difference.
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Spot Check Number: 614
Sponsor: Baker Medical Research Institute
Researcher/Author: Warwick Anderson, Christopher Reid, Garry Jennings
Animal Type: Dogs, Cats, Companion Animals
Record Type: Journal Article, Survey Summary
Research Method: In Person Interview/Survey
Geographic Region: International
Number of Participants: 5,741
Year Conducted: 1987-1990
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