It has been shown in various studies that holding and petting an animal, especially a dog, can help to reduce stress, anxiety, and can help to bring better feelings to an individual. (5/15) by Judy Powell October 27, 2020, 3:51 pm Credit Judy Powell 0 Previous 5/15 Next View full list See more Previous article Border Collie Brown and White Nail Art Decals. Next article It is impossible not to fall in love with this adorable dog. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.