How Do Cats Change Our Lives?

Love and respect for animals must be constant in our life. The arrival of a cat in the house is very emotional. In addition, it can guarantee us many benefits.

How can cats change our lives? What benefits do they bring us when we adopt them?

Some advantages of living with a cat

• The company. There is nothing comparable to the wonderful feeling of coming home and seeing your cat welcoming us with all its affection.
• Your self-esteem will increase. With a cat to keep you company, you won’t think too much about the worries of taking care of someone. This will increase the levels of well-being and consequently the stress and anxiety will decrease.

• The cat will be the center of attention when your friends visit you. Additionally, many of the topics of conversation will have to do with the pet’s daily routine. The same furry friend will participate in the discussion.
• You will be more present on social networks. There are many forums where you can share photos, talk about cat anecdotes, etc.
• When choosing an animal,  remember that cats are independent and autonomous. On top of that, they learn very quickly.

A very ancient animal

In the past,  cats played a very important role in Ancient Egypt. They were considered the protectors of the sun, of men and of the home. They were highly respected.

The Middle Ages, on the other hand, was a difficult period for them, due to the fears and superstitions of the time. They were associated with bad luck.

Fortunately,  felines occupy an important place in our lives nowadays.

Help from cats during illness

It is said that cats work with our energy, that they collect it to help us, that they move it. The positive effect of their purr has been shown, which instills positivity and makes us forget about problems and worries.

It is curious how  the cat shares the same symptoms and emotional imbalances with us humans. Situations of stress, fear, anxiety, isolation, intolerance, etc.

To give an example,  when cats want to sleep in a specific part of our body, it is possible that, without knowing it, at that point we need to heal  or recover energy. It could mean that we have health problems.

The needs of cats

Despite being independent animals,  they have needs. If they are not respected, they may even prove distant.

Many times cats are not appreciated for being animals that cannot be manipulated. They have a particular character.

Studies carried out

Some studies have stated that cat owners are less likely to die within a year after having a heart attack than those who don’t own one. It is  thought that stroking one or listening to its purr involves vasodilation of the arteries and peripheral vessels that promote relaxation. 

Another research, carried out by the University of California at Los Angeles, has shown that  a visit of a dog or a cat of just twelve minutes to a patient who is in hospital for heart problems, helps to improve his function. pulmonary and cardiac.

Researchers define the benefits that these animals give to people as “positive effects”, and classify them into three types: psychological, physical and social.

Social benefits

Taking care of a cat is very useful for the little ones of the house. Also, keeping in mind the pet’s schedules and needs is a good exercise for children’s memory and concentration.

For the elderly, dealing with cats is a natural antidepressant. Just having the responsibility to take care of them can be a great help to them.