Man’s best friend brings plenty of bacteria into the home, but new research says that could be a good thing.
A study from North Carolina State University finds homes with dogs have greater bacterial diversity. And dog fur carries certain types of microbes indoors that affect many areas of human health, including strengthening the immune system.
Your loyal pooch may be bringing a whole world of bacteria into your home — but don't panic. Research suggests that exposure to a wide variety of microbes may be good for us.
A new study reveals that homes with dogs have greater bacterial diversity than canine-free dwellings. Dog-related diversity is particularly high on television screens and pillowcases, the researchers found.
"When you bring a dog into your house, you are not just bringing a dog, you are also introducing a suite of dog-associated [microbe] taxa directly into your home environment, some of which may have direct or indirect effects on human health,"
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