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LOOKING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH? CONSIDER GETTING A CAT

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  Cats are much more than a funny video waiting to happen or  an unwanted alarm clock as they nudge you each morning letting you know that they have decided  it’s time to get up. A fuzzy feline can actually make you healthier and happier among their many other positive effects.  Check out these benefits of welcoming a purring furball into your home. Cats can make you happier Research shows that cats make people happier.  In  one study , 87 percent of cat owners reported that their kitties had a positive impact on their wellbeing, while 76 percent reported being better able to cope with daily life because of their cat. People also feel less depressed and lonely when they have a cat.  One reason may be that petting a cat has been shown to trigger your body to release oxytocin,  which can make you feel less stressed. Cats can help you heal Cats can also help with your physical health. Studies show that pet owners in general are healthier than non-pet...