It is little wonder why goldfish are the worlds most popular pet. Watching swaying plants, bubbling water and shiny, golden fish swimming leasurely about is very relaxing and perfect for relieving tension after a stressful day.

The ancient Romans, Greeks and Chinese all have kept goldfish, along with many millions of people today. This is becuase;

-Goldfish are good for your health
It has been scientifically proven that owning a pet can increase your life expectancy by reducing stress. Goldfish are perfect for stress relief, as they require little time or effort to keep and are very relaxing to watch swim about.

-Anyone can keep goldfish, as they do not require the space and money needed by pet dogs, cats or even iguanas. They can be kept in a small bowl on your desk or a huge aquarium on a special stand, the choice is up to you. They are also a simple and non-demanding pet to maintain.

-Goldfish are hardy, and can live quite happily in most climates all around the world. If you are reading this, it is very likely that you can get a goldfish somewhere near you. Goldfish also very rarely get sick if proper care is taken of them, and a goldfish can become a member of your extended family, living up to 20 or more years.

So do yourself some good; invest in a goldfish today!

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