Pet a Dog or Cat — Touch as a Neuroendocrine Intervention
By Dr. Kione Teta, ND, LAc · May 16, 2026 · Small Signal, Big Gains - Evidence-Based Self Care Series (Touch & Pets) - Part 2: 3(10)
Human physiology evolved in contact with other living beings. Skin, nerves, and hormones developed in a world where touch was routine, not optional.
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