Scientists studying brain aging have turned to an unexpected research partner living right in our homes. What they discovered ...

Cats age much like humans, with similar brain shrinkage, letting pet cats become natural models for human aging.

"These findings add to growing evidence that companion animals can provide valuable insights into ageing." ...

New research reveals cats age biologically much like humans, particularly in brain function. Scientists found similarities in ...

Cats may have a reputation for independence, but emerging research suggests we share a unique connection with them—fueled by brain chemistry. The main chemical involved is oxytocin, often called the ...

Remember when your mom told you to be careful cleaning the cat’s litter box? Well, that same parasite everyone’s been avoiding might actually be the next big thing in brain medicine. Scientists just ...

Cats with dementia have brain changes similar to those of people with Alzheimer's disease, offering a valuable model for studying the condition in humans, a study says. Scientists discovered a ...

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A knitted beanie hat fitted with electrodes enables researchers to conduct EEG scans on cats while awake. The new design could aid researchers and veterinarians alike in diagnosing various health ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You know who likes to judge people? Cats. Okay, maybe not all of them. But there are definitely kitties out there who can really ...

Cats may have a reputation for independence, but emerging research suggests we share a unique connection with them – fuelled by brain chemistry. The main chemical involved is oxytocin, often called ...