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Larwee · #1 (**permalink**) 03-04-2008, 07:49 PM

They can't fully explain the reasons, but reasearchers say that cat owners have a lower risk of dying from heart attacks or strokes. They couldn't find this relationship with owners of dogs or other pets. 4,435 patients were involved in the study.

Dr. Adnan Qureshi, of the Minnesota Stroke Institute in Minneapolis, said that it was possible that cats, more than dogs or other pets, reduce stress and anxiety, which have been linked to coronary disease and heart attacks.

There are more details and these articles has them Medical News: ASA: Cats May Protect Owners Against Cardiovascular Death - in Meeting Coverage, ASA from MedPage Today

Cat owners less likely to die of heart disease, study says - Minnesota Daily

Linda Buquet · #2 (**permalink**) 03-04-2008, 08:02 PM

Interesting Larry. I have another theory.

Both my HUGE fat cats sleep on me to be sure I'll pet them when we go to bed. Maybe since they are so heavy they crush my chest, they slow down my heart and give it a forced rest?

longroad · #3 (**permalink**) 03-05-2008, 10:50 PM

I think they'll be having the heart attack by the sound of it Linda

Well Im a cat lover too and it is thought that having pets of any kind improves your mental wellbeing. Just another reason to talk the other half into getting another cat or two

-Edwin- · #4 (**permalink**) 03-06-2008, 08:05 AM

When this cat visits you and lays beside you, you're soon going to leave this earth behind.

Crazy story huh?

Larwee · #5 (**permalink**) 03-06-2008, 08:11 AM

-Edwin-, that amazing cat that you mentioned was covered in this thread and it has a number of interesting replies and a video This cat can predict when you will die

-Edwin- · #6 (**permalink**) 03-06-2008, 08:17 AM

Yep, i thought i had seen this before on the forum

Linnie · #7 (**permalink**) 03-06-2008, 08:25 AM

And do they ever manage to make me laugh.

I have 3 of these loving little creatures and not a day goes by that one of them doesn't make me laugh. They're all just little crack-ups.

Guess that's I love em! A good laugh is healthy!

longroad · #8 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 06:30 PM

As of 2 days ago, I now have 3 cats!

Linda Buquet · #9 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 07:28 PM

Congrats on the new addition to your family.

Now you'll be certain to live a long and healthy life!