Oops, Kissing Pets Can Disrupt Digestive Conditions

Dream - Keeping animals can make someone feel happier. Usually, furry animals like cats are often kissed by their owners because they are adorable.

Often, the animals being kept also kiss or lick their owners as a sign of affection. According to Dermatologist, Arthur Simon, this can be dangerous. The mouth and body of animals are not always clean even though they have just been bathed.

"Believe me, your pet's mouth is not as clean as you think. Many bacteria and viruses such as E. coli and Salmonella, for example, can be transmitted through these affectionate kisses," said Dr. Arthur in an Instagram post.

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E. coli and salmonella bacteria can cause digestive disorders. It is better for Dream friends to pat or hug their pets to avoid viral or bacterial infections.

Make sure to bathe and clean your pets regularly. Don't forget to always check the health of your pets to ensure they remain healthy and do not transmit various diseases.

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9 Benefits of Cats as Pets, Suitable as Friends and Mental Health Guards

Dream – Cats are one of the most commonly kept animals. With their cute and adorable behavior, cats are perfect companions for humans. Taking care of and keeping cats is not too difficult because it can be done at home. Dream friends just need to pay attention to the cleanliness of the cats by bathing them regularly and feeding them regularly.

In addition to being adorable, cats also have benefits for human health, especially mental health. Perhaps this is not well known, but this experience can be felt by Dream friends who keep cats at home.

For example, when you come home from work or school, and you see your cat running towards you with enthusiasm. At that moment, your fatigue disappears, and you can't wait to hold and play with it.

Well, here are some benefits of cats as pets that you need to know as summarized by Dream through merdeka.com.

Benefits of Cats as Pets

Relieves Stress and Anxiety

The first benefit of cats is that they can relieve stress and anxiety. When Dream friends gently stroke and play with cats, it releases chemicals in the brain. In addition, there is also evidence that the purring of cats can help lower blood pressure and relax the nervous system.

So, it's not surprising that cats are popular pets because they are not too difficult to take care of. If the care is difficult, it usually causes stress for the owner.

Relieves Loneliness

For some people, loneliness can be a very boring moment. In addition to humans, Dream friends can be friends with cats, which is effective in relieving your loneliness. Moreover, cats are affectionate animals and are suitable as your companions.

In a study conducted in Austria, it was proven that keeping cats is almost equivalent to having a romantic partner. There is good interaction between humans and cats. With that, humans will not feel lonely and can even provide motivation.

Increases Happiness

Another benefit of cats is that they can increase happiness. This has been proven by research, showing that cats tend to have better psychological health than people who do not have pets. Especially when Dream friends take care of and play with cats, there is a sense of satisfaction that you feel.

Reduces the Risk of Heart Disease

Heart disease is one of the dangerous diseases that can take lives. However, it is amazing that keeping cats at home can reduce the risk of heart disease. This is because cats can reduce stress levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as stroke and heart disease.

Then, in a study, it was proven that people who keep cats are less likely to die from a heart attack than those who do not have cats.

Supports Recovery from Mental Illness

Another special benefit of cats is that they can support the recovery of mental illnesses such as depression and PTSD. Keeping cats can help manage emotions better and divert attention from the symptoms of mental illness.

In addition, keeping cats also gives the owner a sense of purpose. They have to take good care of the cat. This can alleviate mild depression symptoms.

Prevents Allergies

Another benefit of cats is that they can prevent allergies. Cats can help children overcome allergies, even cat fur is considered a common allergen. Keeping cats since childhood can actually help develop a stronger immune system against cat allergies and other types of allergies. In a study conducted in 2002, it was proven that children under one year old are less likely to develop allergies after being exposed to cats.

Improves Sleep Quality

Another benefit of cats is that they can improve sleep quality. Research has shown that cat owners prefer to sleep with their cats because they can sleep more soundly. Therefore, sleeping with a cat can provide comfort and improve the quality of sleep.

Therapeutic in Difficult Times

Mental illness can be caused by various factors. The healing process is not easy and often requires patience and a significant amount of time. However, cats can provide good therapy to cope with mental illness or those who have recently experienced loss.

Cats can provide a gentle therapeutic effect and offer simple emotional support during difficult times. Therefore, owning a cat should not be underestimated. There are significant effects, especially in terms of mental health.

Building Healthy Habits

Owning a cat can also help build healthy habits. As living beings, cats need to be well taken care of and fed regularly. This routine helps humans develop a sense of responsibility in their lives, even though their moods may change from time to time.

It is this responsibility that gives them a strong reason to establish a schedule for bathing the cat, feeding it, and playing with it. This also has an impact on ourselves, as it encourages us to take care of ourselves.