There are many reasons dogs are consider man’s (and woman’s) best friend — they love you unconditionally, they’re always happy to see you, and, of course, their sweet, sloppy puppy kisses. Even better, dog ownership can offer benefits that positively affect your mental and physical well-being. Here are six ways having a dog is good news for your health:

More Exercise

Dog owners walk an average of 22 minutes more per day than people who don’t have a dog....