Cowboy Mike And Winston – The Relationship Between Man And Pony
Humans have always shared an exceptional bond with animals. The human-animal bond is a symbiotic and dynamic relationship influenced by behaviors essential to both parties’ health and well-being. This includes physical, emotional, and psychological interactions between humans, animals, and the environment.
Cowboy Mike and Winston share a very precious bond. Cowboy Mike spends all day taking care of Winston and his needs, and Winston abides by everything Mike wants. Cowboy Mike showers Winston with unconditional love and care, Mike bathes him, feeds him, takes him for a run, etc. Mike truly embodies what it’s like to be a pet parent – loving, selfless, reliable, and responsible.
The bond between pets and owners wasn’t always like how we see it nowadays; it has evolved for 15000 years and began as a working relationship. Animals provided services and protection to people while farming, hunting, or performing other tasks. Dogs are used to track and herd. Cats used to live outside and kill rodents that damaged food and spread diseases.
The Symbiosis between Humans and Pets
It is easy to perceive human-animal relationships as a one-way street. Pets rely on their owners to meet their basic water, food, shelter, and welfare needs. But humans obtain different kinds of well-being from their companion animals. Research suggests that pets reduce stress, lower blood pressure, raise oxytocin levels, etc. according to Bayer, people who live with dogs are 15% less likely to die from heart disease.
Pets also provide companionship and decrease the feeling of loneliness. Diseases like depression, anxiety, coronary disorders, dementia, etc., can be aggravated by loneliness. By interacting with animals, the elderly and others affected experience positive physical and mental effects. Similarly, pets and animals contribute to children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral development.
The Special Bond between Mike and Winston
Domesticated animals also dedicate their lives to their owners. Winston became a source of comfort, a haven, and emotional support for Mike, making him feel seen, heard, and cared for. Winston also makes Cowboy Mike become a better person and self-reflect. Mike can only care for Winston if he is healthy; this is how pets make us look after ourselves. Humans and animals share a beautiful bond of mutual affection and fondness. Taking care of Winston has become a part of Cowboy Mike’s routine, and he does that as a regular chore. He enjoys taking care of his four-legged best friend. They are so habitual of each other’s presence that they cannot go a day without each other. The bond is irreplaceable.
Michael D. Eastwood, in his book A Day In The Life Of Cowboy Mike and Winston, is preaching compassion towards animals through a remarkably kind character Cowboy Mike. Mike exudes kindness, selflessness, and compassion. It’s the perfect book to get your little ones to introduce them to the concept of domesticating animals and how to take proper care of them. Get your copy today.
