For a long time, dog owners were the ones who could claim the special relationship and bond between humans and animals for themselves. Cat lovers sometimes had no choice but to accept this fact and trust that cats don't form an emotional bond with their humans. If a study from the USA is to be believed, cats can indeed form a strong bond with their humans. Learn in today's blog post why cats can also miss their humans and how you can strengthen and reinforce your relationship with your cat .
Cats can relieve pain and reduce stress
Cute purring not only serves as an indicator of your cat's well-being , but also has a healing effect on us humans. Dr. Kurt Pinter, MD, from Graz, Austria , investigated this hypothesis and built a device modeled on the purr of a cat. The vibrations are said to promote the healing of broken bones. Furthermore, the purring sound and the resulting vibration are said to increase bone strength and even have positive effects on joints, muscles, and tendons. It's hard to imagine, but it's true – laying on a cat improves general well-being and makes you happy.
Stroking your cat can also reduce stress and have a calming effect. It lowers your blood pressure and heart rate. The Stroke Institute in Minnesota found that cat owners suffer fewer cardiovascular problems . Thanks to regular petting, the body also releases more serotonin, which leads to more restful sleep and a significantly more relaxed overall state of mind. If you own a cat and regularly attend to its needs, you are significantly
- More relaxed
- More satisfied and
- Awake.
This in turn leads to you being happier overall and feeling much more comfortable.
Cats comfort you and help you sleep better
In a study with more than 150 participants, psychology professor Reinhold Bergler found that cats are perfect comforters . Depending on the intensity of the bond, cats can even replace a psychiatrist. For example, if you've suffered a loss, including the loss of your job, the close bond with your cat can help you get over it more quickly. Cats subconsciously comfort simply through their presence. As the saying goes, "A sorrow shared is a sorrow halved?" That's right, that's exactly true here. In this case, cats make you just as happy as dogs.
If you suffer from sleep disorders, your cat can help you fall asleep faster and even sleep better. A nice side effect of having a cat in the home? Children who grow up with a cat in the household are not only happier but also significantly less likely to develop asthma.
