Benefits of Welcoming a Cat into your Home

Cats help decrease stress and improve your mood – having cats around can help to improve your mood. According to science, if you spend 15–30 minutes a day petting, cuddling, and playing with your cat, your overall mood can be boosted.

Cats improve your physical health – some of the many health benefits of owning a cat include boosting your immune system, reducing the chance of heart attack, and preventing some young children from developing asthma and allergies.

Cats get you moving – dogs get most of the credit for being great workout partners, but don’t turn your nose up at cats if you think they won’t keep you active too. Breaking out the laser pointer or feather wand for tag, playing kitty fetch, and installing perches high up on your walls are a few of the ways you and your cat can actively interact.

Cats control rodents – this one is obvious! The hunting instinct is strong even in domesticated cats. Some studies show that even the scent of a cat is enough to keep rodents away.

Cats help you recover more quickly from trauma – there are endless studies that show the healing benefits of cats. The mere presence of cats in our lives is proven to help us recover more quickly from PTSD, surgery, and other emotional events.

Cats make friends – cat owners make friends easily because they love to talk – about their cats! Cat owners report feeling less lonely than non-cat owners.

Cats can be good for kids – when children imagine what a pet is feeling, it may help them learn how to empathize with their peers. Having a pet can also teach a child responsibility, if the child is supported by his or her parents in learning how to care for a pet.

Lemmy is a 2.8 year old domestic shorthair. She came to us in April with a broken jaw. We think she may have gotten clipped by a car. She underwent surgery on her jaw and is now ready for her furever home. She is very sweet and likes to find a cozy spot underneath a warm pillow. Please be sure to reach out if you would like to see Lemmy!

Llewellyn is a 3 year old longhaired domestic mix. He was a stray picked up in Clayton and is one of the sweetest big cats that we have at the shelter, he likes all people and is friendly and playful with all of the other cats. If you would like to come spend some time or socialize give us a call or stop in! This sweet fella would be glad to see you!

Spyder is a 1 year 6 month old cat that was seized from animal cruelty. As you can imagine she is a little skittish, but she would do so well in a quiet environment. She really likes people but when kids come in she is scared and goes to hide. She would be great for an older couple or someone that likes it quiet around the house. Let us know if you would like to come and meet her and tell us what you think

The Rabun Paws 4 Life building is located at 261 Boen Creek Road, Tiger, Georgia. For more information, 706-782-5422, rabunpaws4life.com