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Adults

Cats, Dogs

Global

Calm Pets and Wellbeing Survey

New research shows the power of therapy

University of Liverpool

summary

Cats and the Good Life: exploring in depth ‘feel good’ and ‘caring’ benefits and drawbacks of cat ownership, as compared to previous findings for dog ownership.

Research has shown us that loneliness is

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Methodology

Duration 
6 Months

Participants 
120 older adults aged 65+

Measures
Loneliness scale, cortisol leve

Published
September 16, 2024

Key takeaways

Reduced feelings of loneliness by 40% Im

Policy & Impact

Support for hospital therapy dog program

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New research shows the power of therapy

University of Liverpool

summary

Cats and the Good Life: exploring in depth ‘feel good’ and ‘caring’ benefits and drawbacks of cat ownership, as compared to previous findings for dog ownership.

Research has shown us that loneliness is

Read Full Study

Methodology

Duration 
6 Months

Participants 
120 older adults aged 65+

Measures
Loneliness scale, cortisol leve

Published
September 16, 2024

Key takeaways

Reduced feelings of loneliness by 40% Im

Policy & Impact

Support for hospital therapy dog program

Read Full Study

Collaborators

Logos

Quick Facts

New research shows the power of therapy

University of Liverpool

summary

Cats and the Good Life: exploring in depth ‘feel good’ and ‘caring’ benefits and drawbacks of cat ownership, as compared to previous findings for dog ownership.

Research has shown us that loneliness is

Read Full Study

Collaborators

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