you will probably heard The saying that a dog is a man’s best friend. But have you ever stopped to consider why? There are many health benefits from owning a pet for both children and adults alike. For instance, pet owners over age 65 make 30% fewer trips to their doctors than those without pets. This might be because owning a pet tends to make people feel good. Dogs provide loyal companionship, which can help combat loneliness and depression and older adults. also, owning a pet can motivate a person to get outside and exercise, and even socialize more with other pet owners.

in 3 to 5 sentences, state the claim the speaker presents in the argument. Explain if the speaker provides relevant evidence to support the claim and sufficient evidence in the argument.

The speaker presents the claim that owning a pet has many health benefits for both children and adults. The evidence provided includes statistics about pet owners over age 65 making fewer trips to the doctor, the positive impact of pets on combatting loneliness and depression, and the motivation pets provide for owners to exercise and socialize. Overall, the speaker does provide relevant evidence to support the claim and sufficient evidence to back up the argument.