Abacoa & Alton Neighbors May 2020

PET CORNER By the time you are reading this, I am hoping that shelter- in-place would have been lifted. One could make the argument that our pets are the ones who benefitted from the Coronavirus pandemic. While the humans are stuck in houses all day or majority of the time, it means companion pets are being showered with more than ample amounts of attention. With mandatory social distancing and most businesses shut down, Mankind is leashing up their dogs and taking them on longer walks to get a change of scenery and some exercise. As people are advised to remain in their homes, self-isolation can get extremely lonely, especially for those who find themselves hunkering down without family or friends. It’s a dangerous breeding ground for feelings of depression to come in, but a recent study by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute revealed that 80 percent of people reported that pets reduced their loneliness, and 75 percent agreed that pets reduced feelings of social isolation. Mental (and physical!) health benefits aside, falling into a daily routine with your furry friend can give humans back some semblance of normalcy. As everyone has been thrown for a loop and forced to adjust to a new routine, structuring days around a pet’s feeding, playing and walking schedules can help keep humans on track. The effects of this bonding will outlast the disease, too—some research suggests it only takes 66 days to create a habit and if predictions are correct, social distancing is going to be the new normal for the next couple months. And as the bond between people and their pets strengthens, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming in the Abacoa Plaza, Abacoa & Alton’s Neighborhood Pet Store, will be there to help care for your loyal pet companions that are playing such an important role in getting us through this difficult time—like always. If we can help you with anything, give us a call at 561-630- 5800. How the Coronavirus Strengthened the Human/Pet Bond By Zou Tayag Bouchard MPM MSFM MAB NEW BEGINNINGS Move into a New Apartment Home and You’ll Receive: 50% OFF Your 3rd and 7th Month! * *Offer expires on 5/31/20. New residents only. Some restrictions apply. Spring Special! Take possession of a spacious apartment home at HarborChase between May 1 and May 31, 2020, and you’ll receive your 3rd and 7th month at 50% off! You’ll save thousands! Move into HarborChase today and enjoy a rich and rewarding new lifestyle of exciting experiences, luxurious amenities and award- winning dining! Palm Beach Gardens 3000 Central Gardens Circle Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 www.HarborChase.com To schedule your complimentary lunch and tour, call (561) 839-1855 ALF# 13037 M a y 2 0 2 0 | Abacoa &Alton N E I G H B O R S 33