Are people who have no pets more healthy mentally?

I enjoy not picking up animal crap and not having to pay for animal food because it costs too much,



So my question is are we better off as human beings if we don't have any pets?



I know I am what about the rest of society?



There are a lot of problems that comes along with having dogs as pets because they are loud and always bite someone if they are off their leash.



That's just one example with one animal there are more examples with others.Are people who have no pets more healthy mentally?Well I personally do not think we would be better off with out pets...Some people only have their pets and that's what helps them through their hardest days! I think pets are very important and yes, some dogs do bite but that is the HUMANS fault not the dogs! If the dog was taken care of properly and trained it would never bite.Are people who have no pets more healthy mentally?
Actually, research shows the opposite. People with a cat or a dog as a pet are less likely to feel anxious or depressed. And cat owners are 50% less likely to die of a heart attack than non-cat ownersAre people who have no pets more healthy mentally?Actually you'll find that there's research that suggests that having a pet can RELIEVE symptoms of mental illness.



Taking on the responsibility of a pet is a personal choice, and should not lead to "mental" problems.Are people who have no pets more healthy mentally?
Actually there have been studies done that petting animals is an excellent way to relieve stress. I think that people with one or two cats, which are affectionate and clean, are probably the mentally healthiest people on the planet.Are people who have no pets more healthy mentally?I know I wouldn't be better off without my pets. I love them, so I don't mind doing things they need and I can afford their food and any possible vet bills that may come up.

My dog has never bit anyone either or caused another trouble, neither have any of the others and I have a lot. I enjoy taking care of them because I love them and it's relaxing for me. They love me unconditionally and they're all sweethearts. They keep me sane!Are people who have no pets more healthy mentally?
I've heard that it actually points to deep- rooted insecurities if you don't like animals. I have eight pets- Moxie (Boxer), Noah (Pug), Abraham (Black Norwegian Forest Cat), Eliza (Black Barn Cat), Daisy (Calico Cat), Callie (Calico Curly- Haired Guinea Pig), Beatrix (Brown Guinea Pig), and Marvin (Black Moor Fish).