At COSIPETS, we talk a lot about your cat's health. Even though we love cats and want you and your fur baby to enjoy a long and fulfilling life together, we care just as much about our readers.

Today, that's you!

You know what it takes to live a healthy life: eating well, exercising often, smelling the flowers, basking in the sun (with SPF 50).

But did you know that owning a cat can actually be good for your health?

We know... we were thrilled too!

Here's the scoop.

Science says: Cats bring contentment

In April 2017, the  Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences  published a study on the impact of human-animal interaction on mental health.

Researchers examined 39 adults confined to their homes, whether they owned cats or dogs, and studied key indicators of mental health such as depressive symptoms, loneliness, and attachment.

After analyzing all factors, researchers found that "cat owners reported significantly lower levels of depressive symptoms than dog owners." Although the study focused on a relatively small group of participants, researchers were convinced that adopting a cat would be a healthy choice for adults confined to their homes and at risk of depression.