Why Do We Love Cats So Much?

Why Do We Love Cats So Much?
 
For nearly 4,000 years, humans have been keeping cats as pets after the ancient Egyptians domesticated the feline as part of their process. With new research suggesting that cats lived with humans on Cyprus as far back as 5,500 years ago, it’s safe to say, there’s some kind of infectious relationship that exists between us and these tiny, sassy, and adorable furry companions.
 
When compared to the canine companion, there are actually 86 million cats in U.S. households as opposed to 78 million dogs at this time, probably due to the ease of owning cats.
 
Why do we love cats so much? Here are a few reasons why cats can make our lives unequivocally complete:
 

1. Owning a Cat is Good for Your Health:

Did you know that a study published in the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Neurology found that owning a cat can actually reduce your risk of death related to cardiovascular failures? Yes, that means that owning a cat is actually good for your heart and can help you live longer.
 

1. Cats Can Reduce Your Stress Levels:

Dr. Melanie Greenberg, a licensed clinical psychologist and author of The Stress-Proof Brain, explained to NBC News that owning a cat can actually decrease your overwhelming feeling of stress. Petting a cat, letting a cat sit next to you, or placing the cat on your body can help your body to release oxytocin, which reduces feelings of isolation and loneliness. Since people are more disconnected than ever before today, this kind of mental support from cats can be pretty important.
 

1. Allergy Reduction in Children:

Another recent study demonstrated that children exposed to cats during their upbringing developed a greater tolerance for dander, therefore developing fewer allergies as they aged into their teen years. By giving their immune systems something to build up against, the kids were able to develop in a healthy and normal matter that did not react to allergens and environmental stimuli.
 

1. Cats Take Care of Themselves:

With a clean litterbox and some provided food, cats are able to take care of themselves, go to the bathroom on their own, and bathe themselves. They are a low maintenance pet when compared to dogs, yet they provide the same kind of companionship and health benefits at the end of the day. For people with busy lives and schedules, cats can still fit into the restrictions no matter what.
 
Of course, don’t forget the fact that cats are fun, they love to play, are good at snuggling, and they keep your home pest and rodent-free. They are simply a reflection of their upbringing, which is why if you want a cat that is affectionate like a dog, you need to pick them up constantly and raise them in the same way.
 
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Here at the Purrsonal Store, we want cat owners everywhere to celebrate their love and affection for their felines, which is why we carry cat products, cat apparel, cat mugs, cat shirts, and more for your consideration.


References
https://earthsky.org/earth/how-long-have-humans-lived-with-cats