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Cats can sleep up to 16 hours a day and have what’s known as a polyphasic sleep pattern, meaning they sleep multiple times ...
Did you know that having a cat is good for you? A cat's purr is much more than a sign of feline pleasure; it offers ...
Death and life are themes served in equal measure in Only We know. How human connection is relevant to grieving and healing is explored in the film. Only We Know bears the gentleness of a man and a ...
Remarkably, cats purr when they’re both happy and when they’re injured or in distress, suggesting a potential self-healing mechanism. What continues to baffle scientists is why cats evolved this ...
Cats with the short-type gene stood out. They were more likely to purr and, in males, vocalize more when interacting with humans.
Whether you share your home with a cat or simply watch them purr online, these creatures hold an irreplaceable spot in countless lives. They have evolved alongside humans, displaying distinct ...
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A study revealed that interacting with animals, including cats, significantly lowers cortisol levels—the body’s main stress hormone. That soothing purring sound also aids in reducing heart ...
The Different Breeds of Cats (image credits: rawpixel) For years, the scientific community was divided on whether cats form genuine attachments to their owners or merely tolerate humans as food ...
As a vet with over 13 years of experience working with cats, I’ve seen first-hand how different cat attractants affect feline behavior. While catnip is the most well-known stimulant, valerian offers a ...
Not only does a cat's purr help them, but it can also aid humans. The frequency of a cat's purr, usually between 25 to 150 hertz, has therapeutic effects on a person's body and mind, according to ...
Beyond their own health, cats’ purring has been found to benefit humans as well. The vibrations can help reduce stress and lower blood pressure in people, and give a calming effect that is ...