"Many cats sit on spots such as keyboards and laptops because they are
near their favorite person and can be at the center of their attention,”
-Marilyn Krieger, certified cat behavior consultant and author of Naughty
No More.
Cats tend to have a bad reputation. Some people assume they're snobby,
unfriendly, completely uninterested in their human owners, and prone to
scratching or biting. But anyone who loves or owns cats knows that this
couldn't be further from the truth.
Here are some recent studies that prove cats make great pets and
companions:
Cats are attached to their owners just like dogs are, researchers say.
Cats may love human interaction more than they love food.
One study found a correlation between cat owners and a lower risk of
heart attack or stroke.
Cats recognize their names just like dogs do, according to a 2019
study.
The bond between a cat and its owner can be similar to the bond in a
human relationship, according to one study.
