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Cats are fluffy and independent. While they require less attention than a dog and
often keep to themselves, studies have shown that owning a cat or kitten can have
many positive impacts on one’s health.
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Reduces stress and anxiety:
Owning a cat can can be soothing and
helps trigger calming chemicals in the
body, which in turn decreases stress and
anxiety levels. A simple petting session
is often enough to relax owners and
distract them from other worries.
Improved immune system:
Studies have shown that owning a cat
helps to boost the immune system
and also improve how it functions. It is
believed that cats often have a very
good sense of when a person is ill and
are great at providing comfort to help a
person feel better.
Decreases the risk of stroke:
Studies show that cat owners are less
likely to be at risk for having a stroke than
any other pet owner. Scientists have
speculated that this is also due to the
fact that cats are very low-maintenance
to own.
Provide companionship:
Though cats are often known for their
independence, the bond between a cat
and its owner reinforces companionship,
thus reducing the feeling of loneliness.
Lower blood pressure:
According to one study, people with
cats are more likely to have lower
blood pressure that those without. It
is believed that just petting a cat and
enjoying their company can help calm a
person and lower their blood pressure.
Lower risk of cardiovascular disease and
heart attack:
A study conducted by the University
of Minnesota’s Stroke Institute in
Minneapolis, USA, showed that those
who do not own cats are 30%-40%more
likely to die of heart attacks than their
cat-owning counterparts.
Asthma and allergy prevention in
children:
Studies have shown that early and
regular contact with cats can help
children avoid developing a number of
respiratory problems including asthma.
There is also evidence that living with
a cat can also help prevent allergies in
children.