Searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift can be a chore. Chocolates and bouquets are nice little gems to give but it can become stale and repetitive after each year. When February 14 comes around, you want to surprise your special lady, to prove that you love and care for her. 

You may scratch your head in frustration—does the perfect Valentine’s Day gift exist? And if it does, what is it? And where do you get it?

We at Petland have the answer you need: puppies.

Puppies are an incredible four-legged companion, even if it’s just the two of you. They can be incredibly social and snuggly, but above all, they provide several benefits to your partner’s life (and yours too!).

Here are a couple of reasons why a puppy is the best Valentine’s Day gift for that special woman in your life:

1. Puppies reduce stress levels.

During stressful situations, puppies can provide humans with the comfort and security they need. Most pet owners know that furry friends make them happier, but they may not know how much puppies reduce our stress levels on a regular basis. 

When your significant other pets their puppy, it can help them feel at ease as they perform their daily activities. Even just knowing that their snuggly friend is waiting for them at home can provide them with much needed relief.  

With reduced stress levels, your partner will produce more oxytocin, a feel-good hormone, which can lead them to live a happier, stress-free life. Your partner will also be less likely to suffer from a heart problem because their blood pressure will be lower. 

Consider making your loved one a happy and calm version of themselves with a furry bestie this Valentine’s Day.

2. Puppies encourage exercise and fitness.

Puppies are little balls of energy. We mean it. Sometimes, they’ll burst into random runs or chase after you or their playmates without warning. Because of this, puppies need to be active to release that energy in their system—playtime and exercise often do the trick!

With their new puppy, your partner may chase after their furry soulmate around the house or take them out for short runs at the doggy park. That means their body will be on the move more often. 

Even brief sessions of physical activity can do wonders for your loved one’s health. Your partner will be able to perform the recommended 150 minutes of exercise per week, leading to a stronger body. And as a bonus, their mental health will increase since physical activity can lower conditions like depression or anxiety. 

3. Puppies can boost your partner’s immune system.

Your partner may suffer from the sniffles every once in a while, but with a puppy, that may change. According to a study conducted on college students, students reported significant benefits to their health after they interacted with a dog. Another study from Japan reported that pet owners made 30 percent fewer visits to doctors.

Overall, pet owners are less likely to suffer various health conditions, like heart problems due to lower stress levels and higher quality of life. Those who suffer from heart attacks also recover quickly if they have a pet. You can help your loved one keep the cold away with tissues and a furry sidekick this Valentine’s Day!

4. Puppies can improve your partner’s sense of belonging.

Sometimes, juggling work and life commitments can make us feel alone and stressed. Through their unconditional love and happy wagging tail, a puppy can ease your partner’s social isolation by giving them a sense of belonging. 

For instance, your loved one’s fur-baby will always be waiting for them at home, no matter what. They will never expect anything in return for their friendship, only love, affection, and playtime. Many puppies, especially Petland ones, possess these wonderful traits that make them so irresistible! 

Your significant other will also have a higher self-esteem and confidence in themselves, just by having a new puppy. Not many Valentine’s Day gifts have this effect on humans!

5. Puppies can detect life-threatening situations.

Once a puppy bonds to their family, they will always be loyal and dependent on their happiness. Some puppies go as far as to protect their loved ones from potentially dangerous scenarios like detecting certain diseases and food allergies.

Your partner will benefit from having a furry companion that’s always protecting them. A trained dog can also help their owners during a seizure or even call 911.

The list of benefits we receive from man’s best friend is endless. With a puppy, your partner will have a friend they can count on for kisses and affection. Of course, Puppies are a lifetime commitment, and not everyone is ready to handle the care of a pet. Make sure your loved one is able to provide for a four-legged best friend. If your partner is ready for the responsibility, then make this year’s Valentine’s Day memorable by bringing home a furry bestie!

Check out our blog, 5 Signs Your Significant Other Wants A Puppy, to find out if your partner actually wants a puppy this Valentine’s Day!