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Here's today's feel-good story:
A slower cognitive decline in older adults can be linked to owning a cat or dog for five years or longer.
A preliminary study conducted by the University Of Michigan Medical Center looked at cognitive data from 1,369 older adults with an average age of 65.
53% of them owned pets, and 32% were long-term owners of five years or more.
“Prior studies have suggested that the human-animal bond may have health benefits like decreasing blood pressure and stress,” said study author Tiffany Braley. “Our results suggest pet ownership may also be protective against cognitive decline.”