USFSP student Angelina Bruno has found dog ownership
rewarding. Her chiweenie, Mysa, has brought welcomed change to her everyday routine.
Life can be a little less ‘ruff’ after midterms with Fido around
Learn financial responsibility.
It’s no secret that any pet – whether it’s a cat, dog or parakeet – comes with added costs.
Pets need food, litter, veterinary care, treats and other accessories that can add up quickly. Having a pet pal around forces 20-somethings to devise a budget and stick to it. With a living creature to feed, throwing away $100 on a keg won’t be an option.
Get a no-fail, foolproof alarm clock.
Never miss class, work or a trip to the gym with your brand new furry alarm clock.
No, this isn’t an infomercial; it’s the reality of owning a pet. Cats and dogs are reliable alarm clocks. They will meow, lick, hiss and beg for food or walks promptly each morning, and you can’t turn them off until you get out of bed and take care of them.
Relieve your stress, and without yoga.
A 2014 Harvard Medical study found that out of about 2,000 people, 47 percent found pets helped them relieve stress.
Perfect for snuggles, cuddles and kisses, it’s no surprised pets are therapeutic, and can help decrease loneliness.
In addition, some pets can help owners exercise more, another effective stress reliever.
Make new friends.
Pet owners come together for charity walks, “yappy” hours, play dates and other kinds of special interest groups.
A love for animals, whichever species you own, can open the door to new friendships and relationships —but dog lovers in St. Petersburg are especially catered to.
Downtown St. Petersburg has plenty of dog friendly restaurants, cafes and bars, as well as a dog park. Bring the pooch with you the next time you dine out and you’re guaranteed to get a few “hellos.”
Wire free security system.
Now, while not all pets can rip apart an intruder for you, a pet’s senses and instincts will usually pick up on unfamiliar noises before owners will.
Cats can alert you of a potential danger by growling when someone is at the door, and Fido will usually bark and look out the window to see who’s there.
Save a life.
There are a wide range of pets waiting on a fur-ever home in shelters all around Tampa Bay.
SPCA Tampa Bay is just 30 minutes from campus and houses cats, dogs, and small animals like rabbits and hamsters. By adopting an animal, you save a life, while also changing yours too.
