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20 cat pics to boost your health!

Being a cat owner is rewarding because you get to share your home with a creature who has so much presence and character! Having two cats feels an awful lot like having two children for my wife and I. Although, the best part about cat’s as kids, is that they potty train themselves and we can leave them for a day without a babysitter… They DO however cuddle, talk and chatter, ask for attention, and make us endlessly laugh… and sometimes roll our eyes (ok, maybe a lot). But did you know that there are actual health benefits to being a cat parent? Here are our top five health benefits that our fur children bestow upon us:
  1. Heart Health: Owning a cat can lower your blood pressure, decrease your risk of heart disease and heart attack, lower triglycerides, and decrease your risk of stroke!
  2. Boosts immunity: By being exposed to cat dander, you increase your resistance to allergens - you’ll be thanking your cat when allergy season hits.
  3. Reduced carbon footprint: A study in 2009 found that over a lifetime, the resources to care for a dog make the same eco-footprint as that of a hummer, while a cat (which in general eat less, and are more likely to eat fish ingredients more than corn or beef flavored products) only have a carbon footprint about the size of a small hatchback.
  4. Therapeutic benefits: The calming effect of petting a cat triggers the release of oxytocin - the hormone known for inducing the feelings of love and trust. Studies have also found that children with autism were more likely to be less anxious and calm while petting a cat. This goes hand-in-hand with my favorite benefit of being a cat owner…
  5. Reduced stress and anxiety: The overall presence of a cat typically makes pet lovers happy. Owning a cat can be soothing and trigger calming chemicals in the body, which decreases stress and anxiety. One study showed that snuggling a cat for 5 minutes, or even watching videos of cats for 15 minutes can release the same amount of “happiness hormones” as eating a small bar of chocolate!

So without further ado, here’s your daily health boost - enjoy!

Uhg that face!!! @cattery_kinglike
Uhg that face!!! @cattery_kinglike

    "Dis my box meow! *mlem*" @meowlaska
    “Dis my box meow! *mlem*” @meowlaskamlem

    Who ordered the purrito? Me. I odered it. Give it here!
    Who ordered the purrito? Me. I ordered it. Give it here! @the.dailykitten

    Tiny baby munchin koala kitten? Yes please. @the.dailykitten
    Tiny baby munchkin koala kitten? Yes please. @munchkin_minnie

    Gustav the cat's favorite hiding spot gives his papa a heart attack every time! @c4tdaddy
    Gustav the cat’s favorite hiding spot gives his papa a heart attack every time! @c4tdaddy

    And the best sibling photo award goes to…. these little bush babies. @iamthegreatwent
    And the best sibling photo award goes to…. these little bush babies. @iamthegreatwent

    Sirius Black is both gentleman and adventurer! Especially with the name of a great wizard. @siriusblack.adventurecat
    Sirius Black is both gentleman and adventurer! Especially with the name of a great wizard. @siriusblack.adventurecat

    Being paralyzed never stops Chloe - she has lots to say and places to scoot! @_gochloego_ @kittenxlady
    Being paralyzed from the hips down has never stopped Chloe - she has lots to say and places to scoot! @_gochloego_ @kittenxlady

    Where do I sign up to kiss that belly?? @iamthegreatwent
    Where do I sign up to kiss that belly?? @iamthegreatwent

    What kind of puddle is this?? And where can I find more of them?? @melikeatabit @pleasantcats
    What kind of puddle is this?? And where can I find more of them?? @melikeatabit @pleasantcats

    If you don't want to burry your face into these little noggins and give them a sniff, are you really a cat lover? @pleasantcats
    If you don’t want to bury your face into these little noggins and give them a sniff, are you really a cat lover? @pleasantcats

    When that nip hits you reeeal good… @c4tdaddy
    When that nip hits you reeeal good… @c4tdaddy

    Have you taken your adventure cats out in the canoe lately? @boltandkeel
    Have you taken your adventure cats out in the canoe lately? @boltandkeel

    ...need we say more? @m.fosterkittens
    ...need we say more? @m.fosterkittens

    Bed time for you? Most likely play time for your cat! @nancy_bengal
    Bedtime for you? Most likely playtime for your cat! @nancy_bengal

    Excuse me sir… what kind of kitten did you say this was again? @I_am_puma
    Excuse me, sir… what kind of kitten did you say this was again? @I_am_puma

    Who needs two eyes to smolder when you have a handsome face like this?? @gem_lou_sw
    Who needs two eyes to smolder when you have a handsome face like this?? @gem_lou_sw

    I can shooow you the wooorld… @meowntainclimber
    I can shooow you the wooorld… @meowntainclimber

    The leader we need, preparing to make his mark in history. @pet_connection_magazine
    The leader we need, preparing to make his mark in history. @pet_connection_magazine

    How we'll feel when the weekend finally hits! @pleasantcats
    How we’ll feel when the weekend finally hits! @pleasantcats



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