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Maria Godoy

Petting other people's dogs, even briefly, can boost your health

When humans interact with dogs, the feel-good hormone oxytocin increases — in the person and the dog. (Sally Anscombe/Getty Images)

What's four-legged, furry, and often serves up a quick little mood boost?

That's right, a dog. It turns out even short, friendly interactions with canines can be good for our health.

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