Lots of articles cover the perception how animals just seem to know when things are amiss. Here's an article that validates some of this information, including a veterinarian's confirmation that the unconscious connection between animal and human is not magic.
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Pets can vibe into us, but also seem to exert a wonderful, unseen power over us. American Heart Association research has found that a 12-minute visit with man’s best friend helps heart and lung function by lowering blood pressure, diminishing the release of harmful hormones and decreasing anxiety among hospitalised heart-failure patients. Animal-assisted therapy is now being used by a wide range of health professionals and correctional facilities.
Read full article: The Australian
