Studies tracking cat gazes, greetings and lap-sitting conclude cats do form real attachments and need their guardian's care.
Attachment
Negative bias assuming cats are coldly detached stems from differences in social communication styles versus extroverted dogs.
Bias
While some cats bond more closely than others, even aloof cats depend on and find comfort from their special person.
Personalities
Cats display love through subtle cues - half blinks, tail lifts, kneading, purring, head bumps and sharing sleeping spots.
Communication
Cats potent sense of smell equips them to recognize their owners apart from strangers by distinctive scent.
Scenting
Science confirms cat ownership uniquely reduces stress, depression and heart disease risks in ways beyond even dogs.
Benefits
When given a choice, cats chose food from their caretaker over strangers showing a caregiver preference and bond.
Priority