08 February, 2012
| Let a cat chase away your Winter Blues |
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| Written by MyPetFriends | |
| Friday, 15 January 2010 | |
 'Banish the Winter Blues with a little help from a feline friend’ is the message today from the UK’s leading cat charity, Cats Protection. Cold weather, unpaid Christmas bills and failed New Year resolutions can all combine to make January pretty miserable and it is widely recognised that people can suffer from what’s known as the ‘Winter Blues’ as a result. - However, Cats Protection believes that having some feline friendship in your life is the best solution for easing the stress of the New Year gloom. - The charity commissioned a study that showed that, during the dreary months of January and February, cat owners: • Suffer 60% less headaches than non-cat owners • Are 21% less likely to catch a cold or flu • Feel significantly less miserable, impatient and tense - Psychologist Dr June McNicholas, who conducted the research on behalf of the charity, also found cat owners suffer fewer sleep problems, are less likely to feel tearful and are more able to relax than those who do not own a cat. - Dr McNicholas said: “The findings are quite spectacular and show that cat owners are much better equipped to deal with this time of year. “Medical opinion has long held that in times of stress or anxiety one of the most valuable assets is a supportive relationship. This study suggests that cats are well equipped to be able to provide that support. - “The study shows benefits to owners of both genders and across all age groups, but male owners under 40 seem to especially benefit from the companionship of a cat during the winter.” - Peter Hepburn, Cats Protection’s Chief Executive said: “There’s nothing quite like having a purring cat on your lap on a cold winter evening to lift your spirits. At this time of year, owners will have more contact with their cats than in the summer as cats tend to spend more time indoors during the winter months, so this can be a real comfort at such a gloomy time.” - Cats Protection has around 7,000 felines in its care at any one time and will help you find your perfect companion and friend. To find out how to adopt a cat in your area, please call the charity’s national helpline on 03000 12 12 12 or visit www.cats.org.uk 
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