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Why Spending Time With Your Cat Feels So Good, According to Science
Cat owners are getting a scientific explanation for something they already know: time with a cat genuinely feels good. The research points to the calming effects of petting a cat, bonding hormones released during interaction, and the stress relief that companion animals provide. Readers are sharing the piece widely, with many saying it confirms their daily experience of unwinding with their pets after work.
Why now: Cat owners are sharing the feel-good science confirming the mental health benefits of bonding with their pets.
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