2. SpayMart INC. has been awarded this
time to talk to our seniors about the
health benefits of owning a cat.
How many people here have ever lived with a dog, cat, bird, ferret, or
other pets? How many have been owned by a cat? Yes they do tend to
own their humans. Cats make great pets for seniors as they require
very little work on our part, but give us complete or guaranteed
love, with no conditions, limitations, or pre-requisites attached.

3. Pets and the elderly have a lot to give to each other.
Research and experience has shown that animals and
older people can share their time and affection, and
ultimately, full and happy lives. Though pets can’t
replace human relationships for seniors, they can
certainly augment them, and they can fill an older
person’s life with years of constant, unconditional
love. SpayMart would like to reduce the number
adoptable senior cats being euthanized. Seniors
adopting senior cats, can help save hundreds of
mature cats, while bringing happiness to senior
citizens.
Ask yourself, how do you feel when you are petting a
purring cat?

4. When you think of items that
can help you increase your
health, you do not often think
about pets. Especially, cat
ownership may not come to
mind. However, health
professionals and researchers
are finding that owning a cat
can actually benefit your health.
You can enjoy a number of
benefits from cat ownership.

5. Lower risk of cardiovascular disease: Apparently, if you own a cat, you are less likely
to die of cardiovascular disease. Indeed, a study from the University of Minnesota
found that those without cats were between 30 and 40 percent more likely to die of
cardiovascular disease than cat owners. Does it work for owning dogs as well?
According to the study, dog owners didn’t reap the same benefits as cat owners.
Reduce risk of heart attack: You can reduce the chances that you will end up with a
heart attack when you own a cat. Not only will your entire cardiovascular system thank
you, but you can reduce the chance that you die suddenly due to heart attack if you
own a cat.
Improve your immune function: Owning a cat can help your immune function
improve. The feelings you get related to the cat can help you give your immune system
a boost. Cats often know when you are ill, and can come and provide you with
comfort, helping you get better while boosting your immune system.
Reduce blood pressure: You can help reduce your blood pressure by enjoying the
company of a cat. Indeed, having a cat can lead to lower blood pressure. Just stroking a
cat is calming and lowers blood pressure. Those who own pets, according to a State
University of New York at Buffalo study, are more likely to have lower blood pressure
than those who do not have pets.

6. • Lower triglycerides: You can lower your triglycerides by exercising and eating fewer
carbohydrates (especially from processed foods). But that’s not the only thing you can
do. Some studies indicate that if you have a cat, you can lower your triglycerides and
boost your health by owning a cat. While you should probably still exercise and eat
better, owning a cat can help the process along.
• Lower cholesterol: Are you trying to lower your cholesterol? If so, consider getting a
cat. Interestingly, cat owners have lower cholesterol than those who do not own cats. A
2006 study in Canada showed that owning a cat was actually more effective at
lowering cholesterol than the medications designed to do that same thing. Indeed, you
could save money on meds and improve your health, possibly, by becoming a cat
owner.
• Reduced risk of stroke: The prospect of having a stroke is scary. If you are concerned
about having a stroke, you might consider cat ownership. Owning a cat can cut the
risk of stroke. A study at Minnesota University found that cat owners could cut their
risk of stroke by 1/3. The idea that you can help reduce the changes of getting a
stroke, thanks to a cat, is one reason to consider cat ownership.
• Reduce stress: Having a cat can help reduce the stress in your life. Having a cat has
many psychological benefits, and one of those is relieving stress. Being able to care
for an animal, or having a cat snuggle with you, can help you feel better, and reduce
your level of stress.

7. • Reduce anxiety: Not only can owning a cat help reduce the stress that you feel;
it can also reduce your anxiety. Petting a cat is calming, as are other aspects of
caring for cats. When you are concerned with caring for another creature, it can
help you take your mind off your worries. Additionally, the presence of a cat
that will snuggle with you can help you calm yourself as your enjoy the
unconditional love of a cat.
• Improve your mood: In many cases, interacting with a pet can help improve
your mood. This includes cats. Owning a cat can help you feel better in
general, boosting your mood. If you are looking to see mood improvement, a
cat can help with that.
• Help with depression: Owning a cat can also help relieve depression. While a
cat may not actually “cure” depression, it can help take your mind off your
problems, and focus on something else. The love a cat offers can also be
soothing to the mind. If you are depressed, cat companionship can help you in
your battle.
• Reduced loneliness: Many who have feelings of loneliness can find relief with a
pet. Cat companionship can help those who are lonely feel a connection with
another life. Just having a cat to come home to and spend time with can help
those who are single, or widowed.

8. • Fewer health care visits: Those with
cats make fewer visits to health
care professionals. This includes
visits to the doctor, and hospital
visits. Studies have also shown that
nursing homes that allow cats as
part of the therapy for patients
have lower medication costs than
facilities that do not make use of
cats as part of therapy.
• Longer life: Along with being
married and avoiding main
roads, you can enjoy a longer life
with a cat. Cats provide a number
of benefits that can lead to a longer
life, including a form of social
interaction. So, if you want to be
healthy and live a little bit
longer, consider owning a cat.

9. • A wonderful, healthy, mature cat, aged 6 and up
• Spayed or Neutered
• Viral Tested (tested negative for FIV and Feline
Leukemia)
• Up to Date on vaccines
• De-wormed
• Treated for fleas
• Implanted with a lifesaving microchip
• The cat’s known medical history
• A free annual health exam for your cat
• Information on available resources to help you
care for your new pet

10. Stable Developed Less
Personalities Destructiveness
Fewer
Lots of love to
Housekeeping
give
Issues
It is said that shelter animals know they’re being given a second chance
when they get adopted and are incredibly grateful, showing their
gratitude with love and loyalty. We believe this is especially the case
with mature cats who are looking for a loving human companion.