Summary

Many owners will enthusiastically attest that their cat has improved their quality of life. Some studies support this common claim that caring for a feline friend has positive effects on human health and well-being. However, the evidence is inconsistent, and other studies have even reported possible negative effects of cat ownership. This led a team of researchers at Kyoto University to question the idea that simply owning a cat provides intrinsic health benefits.

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