Have you ever been worn out after a long day at school? What do you do to recharge? If you own a dog, you may often come home to be greeted by an enthusiastic, snuggly furball that instantly cheers you up.

Dogs have been proven to be of great help to humans, from acting as service dogs to simply providing comfort after a stressful day. Dogs are not just energetic but also empathetic. In fact, research shows that dogs understand humans' body language, facial expressions, and voice tones, which means that they can decipher if you are anxious, down, or content. Dogs can help you get through miserable and trying days, and the best part is that they are always there for you!

Dogs are amazing listeners as well, perhaps because they can not speak. If you want to rant about a day at school, a test that you received a disappointing grade on, or even some fight with a friend, dogs can sense that you are distressed and would stay to comfort you. They don't judge you for your words, and they will offer their quiet support no matter what.

You may have heard the saying: "a dog is a man's best friend." Whoever came up with that phrase had the right idea. No offense to other pet owners, but dogs are the first animal that humans have ever domesticated and kept as pets. People back then likely saw dogs as a sort of helper, from chasing prey to herding sheep and other farm animals.

Another way that dogs help humans is through becoming service dogs. They are especially important for people who have certain disabilities. Service dogs are trained to assist-for example-blind people, and they are amazing at their job. One thing to remember is that no matter how cute the dog is, you should never pet a service dog when it is working, because this can disrupt the dog's training.

To sum this up, dogs are often overlooked but play a prominent role in people's everyday lives. They are a source of comfort and relaxation to many, in addition to being very helpful workers. With this in mind, you might finally be able to convince your parents to get a dog.