The use of electronic devices, whether mobile phones, tablets, or computers, is becoming increasingly widespread and continues to grow at a dizzying pace. We use them for absolutely everything, and in many ways they make previously tedious tasks easier. In fact, according to recent data, 85% of Spain's population is connected. Hyperconnectivity has many advantages but also entails more than a few dangers…
Easy access to all kinds of information is convenient, but addictive, and it goes without saying that addiction has little positive about it. This is where the conflict lies. When we exceed the limits of convenience and end up using our phones excessively or even improperly, many aspects of our lives suffer. For example, face-to-face interaction and physical contact. Our partner, our children, our friends… anyone around us can be affected if we pay more attention to our phone than to them. And, of course, ARISTOPETS can also end up having a hard time. Always ready to play, enjoy being petted, and receive endless affection… If we add a new ingredient that we cannot separate ourselves from to the time we used to spend going for walks, lying together on the sofa, and watching a movie in the company of the best and most faithful companion, the time devoted to them decreases and the relationship may end up changing.
Veterinary surgeon Iain Booth led a recently published study, reported on by this outlet, in which he states that we are creating behaviors and habits involving mobile phones that depress pets. Coming home from work and remaining “connected” to our phones weakens the bond with our furry friends, who may end up feeling neglected. Physical contact is essential for them, and the lack of play and other displays of affection can cause them anxiety and behavioral problems, and even depression (in advanced cases). Iain Booth's study states that dogs are the most affected species. They depend more on their owners when it comes to establishing routines. Not only for meals, but also at bedtime and for their much-anticipated walks…
Dogs always try to make their owners happy. They keep them company, give them love, and are the focus of all their attention. For an ARISTOPERRO, their human is everything, as Booth pointed out: “they consider them the leader of the pack,” which is why this study examines and highlights the barrier that mobile phone use creates in their relationship.
As for ARISTOCATS, cases of feeling abandoned have also been found, although as a general rule, they tend to be less affected. “Felines are more individualistic and independent and are not affected as much by a lack of attention unless it leads to changes in their routine. For example, forgetting to feed them,” Booth told Metro UK.
Perhaps for this reason, among others, psychological therapies for ARISTOPETS have increased, as we told you here. Of course, to do so, we must first notice that something is wrong with the pet. That requires observation. If you notice that they sleep more, start losing interest in food, or, in the case of ARISTOPERROS, lick themselves or even chew to calm down, your friend needs you. The good news is that we can prevent this serious problem before it occurs. A great way to avoid it is to organize your time well. The day has 24 hours, and there is time for everything. You should not stop using your phone to talk, read, listen to music, or stay connected; you simply need to separate that time from the time you have set aside for your ARISTOPET. Or, if for any reason you cannot disconnect, simply make sure that your furry friend is accompanied by another family member while you attend to your own activities.
Remember that it is very important for them that you give them quality time in your company, that you remain inseparable, and that the bond between you continues to grow. So ARISTOPET encourages you to devote time to your pet because, in reality, it is a way of devoting time to yourself and growing as a person.