Should people own pets? why or why not?

I think people should own pets because it makes your life happier, they protect your house (if it's a dog) and you learn to love them as a part of your family.

People should have pets because pets are really smart and even some pets know what's going to happen next before a human does. It may be a pain in the butt but if you want your pet to play with you and to protect you and your home I would recommend yes. And plus your mental and physical health improves because you know you have to feed the pet, you know you have to keep the pet active so that makes you smarter and it makes you feel motivated.