While research has proven the healing benefits of animals, you don't need a scientist to tell you the joy these creatures can bring to anyone's life.
Part of that healing comes from the fact that pets give you something a human simply can't: unconditional love. No matter what is going on in your existence, they will always love you.
They can also provide another healing tool: laughter. If you've ever caught your dog or cat doing something silly, you know how they can bring a smile to your face.
If you're not able to bring an animal into your own home, you can still reap the benefits animals provide by volunteering at a shelter or even just visiting the animals in the shelter from time to time.
Listen in as Carol Alt joins host Andrea Donsky to discuss the healing powers of animals, how she came to realize this power in her own life, and why having a four-legged friend can literally save you.
Carol Alt is the ultimate pioneer and chameleon; constantly on the lookout for new ideas and new frontiers. Since her days as the world's most renowned Supermodel, Carol Alt has gone on to be multi-award winning actress, bestselling author on Raw Food Nutrition and hosting her own show, A Healthy You, on Fox News. Having twice graced the cover of the coveted Sports Illustrated Magazine's Swimsuit Edition and in February 2014 Alt was featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit: 50 Years of Beautiful, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Sports Illustrated's swimsuit franchise. Alt's other activities include hosting various TV and radio morning shows and newscasts, including Good Day Live, GMA, Access Hollywood, and E! Entertainment. Forever touted as "the model that started the Supermodel trend" by John Casablanca, the owner of Elite Models – made Carol the first ever "Super Elite Model in the Supeer Elite Division." The press therefore dubbed her the first "Supermodel."