Pet lovers can stay healthier. One of the ways that pets can keep you healthier is by encouraging you to get out and exercise. Dog owners often take their pets out for walks and are more likely to enjoy those walks because they have the companionship of their pet while out walking. As everyone knows exercise is good for stress management and overall health, so owning a dog can be credited with increasing these health benefits. Plus when you are out walking, having your pet with you can make you seem more approachable; giving people a reason to stop and talk and increasing the number of people in your social network.