Having a dog in your home is known to boost mental health, but did you know it can improve physical health as well? According to new research, children born into homes with pets have higher levels of gut microbes that protect against allergies and obesity. Researchers say the indirect exposure to furry friends is especially beneficial to babies in their first three months of life, and even while they’re still in the womb.
Study: Having a pet in the house can boost a child’s immune system
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