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Owning dog or cat could preserve some brain functions as we age, study says
(www.theguardian.com)
I maintain that fish are not pets, they are decoration.
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Almost everyone I have known to have birds treated them the same way. I am curious to know what birds as pets were studied and if the participants played with them or just kept them alive.
Bird ownership may negatively affect the owner’s sleep quality due to the increased noise levels, which has been shown to be associated with cognitive decline.”
This person never had a kitten, let alone a mom-less feral. They certainly do exercise patience, at all hours, specifically 3-6 in the morning. Mine just settled down on my arm that's alternately a tree and scratching/teething post.
Thumbnail is misleading. Orange cat stupidity is contagious.
But they also keep you in your toes. Nobody ever worries about what their fish is doing while they aren't looking.
Cats and dogs may be exercising more than just your patience
Sounds like someone's pet was being naughty that morning 😄
Last week I traveled 500km (310 miles) by train to visit a dog I met on the streets in the city here. I (we) missed her so much, and were invited by her current owner. It was food for brains (not brains as food). AMA.