Answer:
Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone) and lower blood pressure. Other studies have found that animals can reduce loneliness, increase feelings of social support, and boost your mood.
Explanation:
At the beginning of the story he felt confused and scared. He was trying to figure out if it was all a dream or if it was real. He asked his mother and found out it was not a dream. And when he found it it was true he thanked his mother.