BLUF
Owning a dog enhances well-being through routine, companionship, unconditional love, social connection, and emotional support. Despite effort and responsibility, the benefits of increased happiness, purpose, and human connection make dog ownership highly rewarding.Learning Outcomes
- Understand the role of responsibility and routine in maintaining personal well-being and resilience in operational contexts.
- Recognise the importance of social connection and emotional support networks for mental health and unit cohesion.
- Apply insights from human-animal interactions to stress management and morale-building.
