OWNING A CAT IS BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
If you're worried about your carbon footprint, it’s better to own a cat than a dog. Meanwhile, cats which eat less in general and are more likely to eat fish than corn or beef-flavored products only have the approximate carbon footprint of a small hatchback.
THEY'LL HELP YOU COPE
Losing a loved one is incredibly painful, but one of the best ways of coping is to own a pet. Cats have been shown to help people get over their loss more quickly, and show less physical symptoms of pain, like crying. Despite the fact that they are only animals, cats serve as a social support during difficult times. People in mourning report talking to their pet to work out their feelings, since it is often easier to talk to something that won’t respond and can’t judge than to another human being.
YOU'LL HAVE A HEALTHIER HEART.
Owning any pet is good for your heart. Cats in particular lower your stress level possibly since they don’t require as much effort as dogs and lower the amount of anxiety in your life. Petting a cat has a positive calming effect.
THEY FULFILL YOUR NEED FOR COMPANIONSHIP.
The stereotype that dogs are more affectionate than cats is just that: a stereotype. In fact, it turns out that cats can be just as good of companions as dogs, especially for women. As well as initiating contact much of the time, studies have shown cats will remember kindness shown to them and return the favor later.
THEY CAN TELL YOU (AND OTHERS!) A LOT ABOUT YOUR PERSONALITY.
Your choice of pet reveals something about your personality. While dog lovers tend to be the life of the party, cat owners are quieter and more introverted. However, they score very highly when it comes to how trustworthy they are and how much they trust other people. Cat owners are also less manipulative and more modest.