We all love our quirky and ever loving pets, with their adorable expressions and funny personalities. They make our lives richer and fill our homes with love. And, if we’re open to it, we can learn so much from their wise souls.

Today, animals are being recognised for the vital role they play in human health and wellbeing, from therapy animals to animal support, for helping us to reduce stress and relieve loneliness or a lack of connection, animals can often provide what humans sometimes cannot give.

Forgiving, loving and never judgemental, our furry friends console our broken hearts, listen to our troubles and boost our self-esteem. Most of the things we spend our time obsessing about are meaningless to the cow we pass every day in the field, or the bird sitting in the tree. Teachers of simplicity and keeping it real, animals help us put things in perspective.

Animals have a lot to teach us if we are ready to take their quietly-delivered lessons on board.