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Owners who spend more time close to their cats tend to have more positive moods
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Many owners will enthusiastically attest that their cat has improved their quality of life. Some studies support this common claim that caring for a feline friend has positive effects on human health and well-being. However, the evidence is inconsistent, and other studies have ev
Many owners will enthusiastically attest that their cat has improved their quality of life. Some studies support this common claim that caring for a feline friend has positive effects on human health and well-being. However, the evidence is inconsistent, and other studies have even reported possible negative effects of cat ownership.
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