Human interaction with cats relates to the hundreds of millions of cats that are kept as pets around the world. The inter-relationship involves companionship, communication and caregiving. Dating back thousands of years, cats were originally domesticated for their ability to control pests and later became valued companions.

2020年3月20日 · In her new book, Dr. Brown takes a scientific approach to explaining how to best build a bond with a cat as they become socialized to people and their surroundings, and how a variety of factors...

2011年2月28日 · The scientists found some correlations between human personality and the behaviors of the cats---such as that cats with humans classified as "extroverted" or "conscientious" exhibited more...

4 天之前 · Cats form strong bonds with their owners or other chosen special people. A 2017 study found that most cats chose interaction with humans over food, toys, or scent. In another study from 2019, cats were observed to respond to an attachment test similar to those used in humans, other primates, and dogs. The test, called the Secure Base Test (SBT ...

2024年1月28日 · The intricate relationship between cats and people. Do cats cherish human company, need our interaction, or prefer their own company?

2023年12月4日 · Many of the papers add particular insight into our understanding of human-cat, and cat-cat, interactions. Others report on issues important to cat welfare, such as controversies surrounding outdoor cats and wildlife. Our understanding of domestic cat behavior and human-cat interactions continues to improve, as these papers demonstrate.

2023年8月1日 · They can establish very diverse bonds with humans. A study published in 2021 by scientists from the University of Lincoln in the UK defined three main types of relationships that can be established between cats and people, among other factors.

Cats can have a positive impact on mental health and well-being. Studies have shown that interacting with cats can reduce stress and anxiety and promote feelings of calm and relaxation. Cats can also provide emotional support and companionship, which can be especially beneficial for people who live alone or have limited social interaction.

2019年9月23日 · About 65% of the cats and kittens were found to be securely bonded to their owners. Their finding shows that the cats’ bonds with people were stable in adulthood, and not just present in...

2 天之前 · “Given the number of cats in the U.S. and the close contact with people, there is definitely a need to understand the potential risk,” said Dr. Diego Diel, a veterinarian and virologist at ...