It’s National Stress Awareness Day, an opportunity to think about the effects of stress, physically and mentally, as well as how we can manage feelings of stress.
Spending time with a pooch increases the power of brain waves linked with relaxation. It also reduces stress and anxiety too, according to a study.
Source www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13192181/Dogs-relieve-stress-study-finds
If you are feeling particularly stressed, we can help! We have a number of dogs waiting for love, attention, walks and playtime, all which will help your stress levels! See them here.
But remember, it’s not just all about you; dogs can get stressed too, and we need to ensure we look atter their mental health as well. Check out this handy factsheet to help recognise the signs when your dog may be stressed.
It is Trustees’ Week!