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Speaking of Psychology
What’s going on inside your cat’s head? With Kristyn Vitale, PhD
Feb 28, 2024
31:54
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Explore new research on cats' cognitive and social abilities, debunking the myth of cats as standoffish pets. Learn about the emotional bonds between cats and humans, ways to enrich your cat's life, and how to prevent them from scratching your furniture. Discover the surprising social cognitive skills of cats compared to dogs and the different methods of cat training and behavior insights.
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- Cats form deep emotional bonds with humans similar to dogs, debunking the myth of their aloofness.
- A cat's social behaviors and fear responses are influenced by early socialization, impacting their interactions with humans.
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Cats' Social Behavior and Emotional Bonds with Humans
Cats were traditionally seen as aloof, but recent research shows they form deep bonds with humans. Studies reveal that cats exhibit diverse sociability levels similar to dogs, indicating varying degrees of attachment to humans. Additionally, cats and dogs display similar attachment styles, akin to those seen in human infants.
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