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Tiphaine Blanchard, enseignante en gériatrie et nutrition vétérinaire, École Nationale Vétérinaire de Toulouse; Inrae

The truth about cats and dogs and the links between pet attachment and mental health

Pets aren’t just mere companions, they play an active role in improving their owners’ wellbeing. But what does this connection tell us about our lifestyles? A recent study by the National Veterinary School of Toulouse has gauged how attached French pet owners are to their cats and dogs.

Animals – our best mental health allies

The benefits of an animal’s presence on human health are common knowledge. Many studies associate them with cardiovascular risk reduction and show how they can help reduce stress, especially among people who have a strong emotional bond with their pet.

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