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Adopting a feline companion offers many advantages to human beings, both physical and psychological. A cat can provide companionship, love, and the opportunity to form an intimate bond with a member of another, distinctly different species. They offer important physiological benefits as well. Scientific studies demonstrate that physical interaction with a cat can lower one's heart rate and blood pressure. The sound of purring can also induce calming effects on the average human. A good-natured cat can help fight depression and loneliness, as well as provide endless hours of amusement. This is one of the reasons they are used extensively in nursing homes and hospitals as "therapy animals." Considering the benefits, the relatively nominal cost of maintaining a cat seems like a wise investment—provided you are committed to caring for it properly.
The Cat Owner's Manual is a basic guide to cat care. The book was written by a celebrated veterinarian and an acclaimed author. It provides cat owners with well-researched and helpful information presented in a lighthearted manner. The creators chose to write the book in a style similar to what you'd find in "operating instructions" for a car or computer. Of course they--and we--respect the fact that our beloved pets are not products or machines!
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The Cat Owner's Manual is a basic guide to cat care.