12 Stories of Healthcare Workers Whose Pets Helped Them Overcome Stress and Exhaustion

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, medical workers all over the world are fighting for the lives of those who have been infected with the new disease. As the medical systems are overwhelmed with patients, medical workers have been facing extreme work pressure, which can lead to fatigue, anxiety, and depression.

In these times, it is important to maintain routines and relationships that can bring life back to normal and help to cope with stress and enormous workload. Pets often become the much-needed source of happiness giving people their minutes of joy and peace.

Expressing our gratitude to medical workers, Petcube gave a free 1-year Care Membership to the medical workers on the front line of the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. We received many touching photos and stories about their furkids supporting them in the time of the global crisis.

He got me through a very difficult time

She helps relieve my stress

They give us unconditional love and support

She will look at me and I know I’ll be okay for tomorrow

He is the best therapy

They help me calm down

She’s my loyal, loving fur baby

Emotional support during a tough time

They give me a morale boost every day

Unconditional love and cuddles every day

They are the ones who are there for me

Their unconditional love keeps me grounded

Petcube would like to once again thank all medical workers for their superhuman efforts and dedication. You can join us in our gratitude by donating to COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund or UCLA Health. Read about other creative ways to #SupportHealthcareHeroes here.