When my tween daughter asked for a pet, I could understand her yearning for it. However, her persistence to adopt a cat left me a little baffled. I had grown up with two pet dogs in my childhood so it never came to me that a cat could be an addition to our family.
Upon asking my daughter why she wanted a cat as a pet, her confident response was that cats are loving and peaceful companions. At sea, I sat down to browse through the internet to enhance my knowledge about adopting a feline pet.
While browsing, I came across International Cat Day that is celebrated on August 8th. In 2002, the International Fund for Animal Welfare created this day to raise awareness for cats. I was very intrigued to know that cats spend between 30 to 50% of their time in a day just grooming themselves. They remain self-occupied, don’t demand pamepering and always remain loyal.
Never before this had I realised the importance of cats as pets and the immense pleasure and company they give. Here I list the benefits of having a cat in your home and life.
Cats are adorable furry felines who bring unconditional love to their humans. They are playful, tiny bundles of fur who fill up the space with love, warmth and calm. They could be sitting in your lap, calming frayed nerves or simply sitting in a corner, making you relax from afar. Scientific research reveals that a cat’s purr can be calming for one’s nervous system. It can also lower one’s blood pressure.
A cat purrs in response to happiness, but also as a coping mechanism to stress, as a call for hunger or when another cat is around.
If you are a small apartment dweller and are longing for a pet, a cat can be your trustworthy choice. They do not require expansive spaces or lawns to play, unlike other pets like dogs.
Cats can adjust very well to narrow spaces. In fact, one can find them resting or playing all by themselves without upsetting any part of the house.
International Cat Day is celebrated on August 8th. In 2002, International Fund for Animal Welfare created this day to raise awareness for cats.
Cats have usually longer life spans than other domestic animals. Their ages can go up to 18-20 years sometimes.
A cat purrs in response to happiness, but also as a coping mechanism to stress, as a call for hunger or when another cat is around.
Scientists, who have done studies on cat behaviour, conclude that cats are very smart and intelligent. According to research, cats have the ability to acquire new behaviour as well as adapt to new situations nicely.
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