Cats and Social Skills in Childhood | Chattanooga News

New research reveals that kids raised with cats develop stronger social skills later in life—thanks to the empathy and emotional intelligence they build through bonding, caring for, and playing with their feline friends. Scientists are now exploring if this effect extends to other pets and whether early pet ownership can help children struggling with anxiety or social challenges, turning furry companions into powerful tools for emotional growth. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5ac525b07e62bf67