Purrs that calm
03 MIN 30 SEC
REFORMA Group
Guadalajara, Mexico (August 8, 2025) - 5:00 AM
Among the most common traits observed in therapy cats is sociability with humans and other felines. Credit: Editorial Archive.
Cats are gaining presence in AAS programs, demonstrating their effectiveness in reducing stress. Credit: Editorial Archive.
Therapy cats are currently more common in Europe than in the United States. Credit: Editorial Archive.
For years, dogs have been the undisputed protagonists of animal-assisted services (AAS), providing stress relief in universities, hospitals, and emotional care centers. However, a new study suggests that some cats may be ideally suited to this type of work, providing their soft purrs, tender head butts, and calm, comforting presence.
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