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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nilima Marshall

Having pet dog or cat associated with poor sleep quality – study

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Dog and cat owners may be more likely to experience disturbed sleep compared to those who do not have pets, research suggests.

Scientists in the US also found having a dog was associated with greater odds of having a sleep disorder, while cat owners had a higher chance of having leg jerks, also known as restless leg syndrome.

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