Its also likely that some of us find cats to be a challenge, and thats why we find them so appealing. Unlike dogs, cats usually only show affection on their terms. So when they do finally show how much they love and depend on us, it seems that much more rewarding.

Why do we love our cats so much?

Research has proven that petting a cat causes a release of the “love hormone” in humans. The technical term for this neurochemical is oxytocin, a hormone that is released when people fall in love. Oxytocin has also been proven to increase your emotional perception!

Is it bad to love your cat too much?

Can you love your pet a little too much? Apparently so, researchers suggest. If loving your pet too much is wrong, many of us dont want to be right. Except it may be in the interests of your mental health to take the pet love down a notch or two.