3. **Longevity Studies**: - Some long-term studies sugge…

3. **Longevity Studies**:
- Some long-term studies suggest that pet owners, especially dog owners, might have a slight advantage in terms of longevity. For instance, a study done in Sweden over 12 years with over 3.4 million participants found that dog ownership was associated with a lower risk of death due to cardiovascular disease and other causes.