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How do pets affect our wellbeing?

Short answer? For the better! Slightly longer answer: Whether it’s a soft boop, a well-timed meow, or a gentle nudge, our pets have their own ways of helping us step away from the fast pace of life—and toward better wellbeing. 

In fact, 83% of pet parents say their pet has had a positive impact on their mental wellbeing.* (And, if you’re like us, you know that’s true even without the stat!)

*Citation: YouGov Plc on behalf of Mars, online survey of 31,299 dog and cat owners (18+) across 20 countries, 19 Feb–31 Mar 2025. Data weighted per country.

Does your pet have wellness wisdom?

Take the My Pet Guru quiz to uncover your pet’s unique wellbeing style—then share your results on Instagram with #MyPetGuru to celebrate the bond you share with your pet.

Share your pet’s wellness wisdom!

You could win the chance for your pet to be featured in new Calm content coming this Fall—plus a lifetime subscription to Calm!* To enter:

  1. Take the My Pet Guru quiz (or alternatively, use a photo/video of your pet)

  2. Add a caption about how your pet helps boost your wellbeing

  3. Share your quiz results or photo/video on Instagram, tagging #MyPetGuru, #contest, @marsglobal and @calm

And that’s it! You’ll be entered to win—and you’ll probably brighten someone’s day by sharing a cute pet pic, too.

*Participating markets only, see T&Cs  here.

Mars | Calm collection
Check out this pet-inspired collection—created by Mars and Calm to help you take a beat to strengthen your bond with your pet. So, call your pet, settle into a comfy spot, and get ready to ~relax~ through sounds, stillness, and some shared moments.

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If you or someone you know is struggling with your mental health, seek help from a professional. For immediate assistance, especially if you’re in danger of harming yourself or others, contact a local emergency service. In the U.S., call 988; in the U.K., dial 0800 587 0800; in Australia, call 13 11 14.