
Adults
Cats
UK
Cats and the Good Life
New research shows the power of therapy
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
summary
To assess changes in health and wellbeing of dogs, cats and humans following pet adoption
Research has shown us that loneliness is
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Methodology
Duration 6 Months
Participants 120 older adults aged 65+
Measures Loneliness scale, cortisol leve
Published September 16, 2024
Key takeaways
Reduced feelings of loneliness by 40% Im
Policy & Impact
Support for hospital therapy dog program
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Collaborators

New research shows the power of therapy
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
summary
To assess changes in health and wellbeing of dogs, cats and humans following pet adoption
Research has shown us that loneliness is
Read Full Study
Methodology
Duration 6 Months
Participants 120 older adults aged 65+
Measures Loneliness scale, cortisol leve
Published September 16, 2024
Key takeaways
Reduced feelings of loneliness by 40% Im
Policy & Impact
Support for hospital therapy dog program
Read Full Study
Collaborators

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New research shows the power of therapy
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
summary
To assess changes in health and wellbeing of dogs, cats and humans following pet adoption
Research has shown us that loneliness is
Read Full Study
Collaborators
