Psychology SDV Stress Assignment

Stress Management for Cat Owning Students

Margarita Martinez

Always Feed Your Cat!

– Cats are at their best when not hungry. – Cats will make your life miserable if you do

not feed them.

– Cats will wake you up or interrupt you if food is not available.

Groom your Cat!

– Don’t stress and brush your cat.

– Cats need to be brushed to limit the amount of hairballs.

– Cats don’t shed at much when they are brushed.

– A healthy groomed pet is going to equal less vet care (save money!)

A cats “purr” is therapeutic!

– Cats purr at a frequency that can aid in healing.

– When cats are sick other cats will lay next to them and purr.

– People with mental health issues have benefit from the love and purr of a cat.

– Cats have been helpful in nursing homes and hospital rooms to help patients well being.

Play with Cats!

– For health self esteem cats need to play.

– Cats prefer to play that mimic hunting.

– Humans who play with cats can experience fun, laughter and great photos/videos to bring joy to the world and the internet.

Adopt Don’t Shop!

– You can adopt a cat and save a life which brings overall good feelings.

– Most shelters adopt out cats that are at their best health.

– Shelters provide support and pet care classes/workshops.

– Shelters help with the overpopulation of pets in the wild.

– You can find specific breeds and cat personalities that best match your lifestyle.

References

– www.catsarethebest.com – www.everyoneshouldhavecats.com – www.MzMartinezisCatCrazy.com