Dogs may be a man’s best friend but cats, to many people, are a whole lot more. They’re therapists, doctors, and assistants, as well as lifelong companions. This infographic, created by Buckwheat Health, illustrates the slew of health benefits associated with having a cat. It explains how feline therapy isn’t just the cat lady’s version of retail therapy, but is in fact a real medical tool. It then explains in what ways cats can benefit us, such as stress reduction, relaxation, and blood pressure reduction. Of course, there are some potential negative effects of living with cats as well, which the infographic also outlines. These include allergies, rabies, ringworms, worms, and toxoplasmosis. However, other than allergies, these aren’t too common. The infographic continues with a humorous illustration of how to tell what a cat wants based on its body language and concludes with a few more interesting facts about cats.
