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Small pets are not only close to us. They can be good friends and even healers. Most pets feel their owners so well that they understand their mood. Felines know how to treat people and can help cope with illnesses. Naturally, this does not mean that the main treatment needs to be cancelled. Cats can help you recover faster. What breeds have similar abilities and whether all pets sense the human condition, we’ll talk further.

Do cats feel sick?

Any close communication is built on love and trust. If you have successfully overcome the first stage and were able to build a relationship in the “owner-pet” system, we can congratulate you. You've probably already noticed how the small predator gets used to living with people. During this period, he may show self-indulgence or disobedience. Most often, a small kitten behaves this way. But when the animal grows up, communication with it becomes even more interesting. They can love a person and give him their energy. Whether you have a headache or a cold, your cat will sense it. Some animals do not like communication very much; they walk more on the street or stay away from the owner’s bed. But the same Siamese who show such coldness can come to console the owner when they feel unwell. It is interesting that cats help even when a person does not allow the animal to come near him. They persistently lie on the sore spot and warm it up. True, there must be the necessary level of trust between the animal and the owner. With this treatment, cats are able to harmonize a person’s internal state and psychological well-being. It is known that a good mood has a positive effect on the outcome of treatment. So cats act in a similar way.

British cats

Fluffies of this breed are considered specialists in cardiovascular diseases. The most common cause of stroke or heart attack is stress. Thanks to the tailed doctor, who purrs near his owner every day, the animal owner receives free ultrasound treatment. By calming down and relieving stress in this way, he reduces the risk of having a heart attack. The British know how to anticipate heart problems in their owner. Lying on the left side near the chest or back, cats try to take on all the bad energy of the disease in advance. There are cases when a pet saved its owner from a heart attack and hypertensive crisis, thanks to its ability to relieve acute pain in the heart.

What does the scientific community think?

Science can perceive some phenomena as something mystical and untrue. And people are often skeptical of fables. When it comes to treatment, we try to weigh all the pros and cons to understand how effective the doctor's advice will be. If you have a cat at home, you know how calming it can be. Scientists' versions talk about the healing effects. The purring of cats undoubtedly influences the human condition. It's all about the impulses that accompany the soothing sound. Pay attention to the calm and balanced behavior of a pet that comes to a sick person. He shares energy with him, and any owner will say that you can feel this when communicating with the cat. Therefore, there can be no doubt.

Scientists conducting research in the 70s set out to find out whether cats could cure diseases. To do this, they invited subjects to participate in the experiment. People were divided into two groups. Both received appropriate drug treatment. But people from only one group interacted with cats. As a result of the study, indicators improved for all subjects. But the sample that was asked to communicate with cats showed higher results. This is not the only discovery by scientists that has shown the healing benefits of communicating with pets.

People have been observing this feature in the behavior of cats for a long time. Later, the studies were repeated in Canada, Great Britain, and Japan. As a result, similar data were obtained.

But feline therapy, treatment with cats, appeared even earlier. In Ancient Egypt they were revered and respected. They were Cleopatra's favorite animals. And even then people were looking for an answer to the question of what breeds of cats treat people. In Tibet, residents did not doubt the healing abilities of these pets. They knew about this phenomenon in the East. In addition, the pages of the Koran describe one incident that happened to the Prophet Muhammad. One day a cat saved him from a snake bite.

Kuklachev told which cats treat heart and depression

A cat, as you know, is not only a cozy pet, but also a therapist. Of course, the creator and director of the world’s only Cat Theater, founder of the educational project “International Association School of Kindness,” Yuri Kuklachev, knows most about these animals. In an interview with RIAMO, the artist talked about why he rehearses with cats at night, and which breeds best treat the heart, stomach and depression.

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About the first cat

This was 45 years ago. My wife and I were walking through a park in the city of Cherkasy in Ukraine and found a small kitten in the bushes of a blooming hawthorn. The kitten was dirty, wet, its eyes were swollen with pus. He no longer saw anything, but when he heard footsteps, he mewed pitifully. Our hearts sank and we brought him home. We fed us, washed our eyes with tea, and the kitten gave us his love as a sign of gratitude. This is how the first cat appeared in our house.

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About midnight rehearsals

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First of all, the cat must be treated with respect and violence must not be used under any circumstances. The word “train” is inappropriate in relation to cats - they cannot be trained. Representatives of the cat family are independent on their own. I just really fell in love with this animal, and when you love, your attitude becomes enthusiastic, exceptional respect appears.

My main difference from trainers is that I do not teach cats, but study them and observe their characteristic features, find what is inherent in nature - an unconditioned reflex and bring it to such a state that it becomes conditioned.

I’ll tell you a little secret – our rehearsals take place at midnight. A cat is small, but a predator, accustomed to tracking down prey in the dark, so it is better to conduct stage activities at night, when cats are more active.

Animals talk, like trees, a river, the sea... You look at the mountains - they seem silent, but from them comes a calm and quiet energy that penetrates into the very heart. The language spoken by all living things is called the language of feelings.

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About cat jealousy

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Cats are very jealous. If I stroke one person, then he may have a hard time with everyone else. Therefore, I either stroke everyone or no one at all.

Cats are independent, thinking, wise people. They don't need a master, they need a friend whom they will respect and protect from danger. For example, a brave Austrian cat was awarded for saving a three-year-old girl from a huge, angry shepherd. The cats are ready to return to their owner, traveling many tens and even hundreds of kilometers.

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About cat therapy

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Long-haired cats - Siberian, Angora, Persian - are wonderful neurologists, they help cope with depression and insomnia. Short-haired cats are better at treating diseases of the digestive system and kidneys. Siamese cats are specialists in treating colds. Cats with thick plush fur, the British, for example, help with heart disease.

Feline therapists also tend to specialize depending on their gender. Cats are better at curing nervous diseases, and cats masterfully overcome radiculitis and joint diseases. During treatment, cats absorb the negative energy of a person and process it without any harm to their body.

It is worth paying attention to the cat’s purring, it helps to increase immunity and speeds up the healing process for both the “doctor” and the patient. Under the influence of sound vibrations of the cat’s “song,” bone density increases significantly, and the healing of fractures accelerates significantly. In the fight against depression and stress, our pets are much more effective than medications.

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About love for mice

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We have a cat who protects the theater from rats and mice. I arrive one day, and he sits and waits - at first I didn’t even understand why. Then I left on business, I was gone for two or three hours, I came back, and he was still sitting there, not moving. In the evening he caught a mouse - he waited all day for it to sneak into his territory.

By the way, cats’ addiction to mice has a physiological explanation: mice’s fur contains a lot of sulfur, which cats simply need to avoid going bald.

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About the “parachute effect”

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Have you ever noticed that your cat doesn’t immediately notice the tasty morsel that you hold out to her mouth? The whole point here is that the cat does not have the ability to see what is under its nose, although its “night vision” is unrivaled.

Cats' eyes are positioned in such a way that both look in the same direction - just like ours, unlike dogs. It turns out that for us this is a more familiar type of face, which is perhaps why we consider cats such cute animals.

Cats do not have normal collarbones. Thanks to this disadvantage, they are able to squeeze through the smallest holes, where, at first glance, only a cat's head fits.

The average adult cat can fit through a hole in a fence that is only 10 centimeters wide. The cat is a great acrobat. Its front legs can rotate in almost any direction.

Another rather curious fact is that cats do not hurt themselves when falling even from a great height. They are helped by the so-called “parachute effect”: their legs lengthen and their body expands, reducing the speed of their fall.

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About cats and dogs

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Our cats and dogs live very peacefully and amicably, they even stand up for each other. Nature is designed in such a way that when a dog sees a cat running away, its instinct to chase it is triggered. But when the cat begins to hiss in response, the dog comes to his senses, realizing that he can get it in response, so everything immediately falls into place.

A cat is a fearless animal that can attack a bear, defending its home and its children to the last. She will never betray you for a piece of meat or anything else.

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About the “School of Kindness”

This is a protest against the mistake that was once made by the state. We have lost an entire generation. Education in the primary grades should go slightly ahead of education. Let's take the Unified State Exam: a student will pass this exam brilliantly, smart, literate, but by nature a bastard. Do you understand? And he will use his knowledge by transferring money abroad, and not for the benefit of his country.

Finally, the concept of “patriotism” has returned to us - a good word, but without kindness its essence can be aggressive. Without honor, conscience, nobility, patriotism has no meaning - it all starts with education. When I first created this school, I wrote teaching aids for teachers, many people pointed at their temples, saying, what kindness is worse than theft.

People misinterpret the meaning of this word. This does not mean that you need to take everything out of your pocket and give it away. Kindness is, first of all, an attitude that is conveyed eye to eye, through a word, through a smile, through a handshake. The same animals have no money, no expensive cars, no connections, but they make us happier because they radiate warmth and kindness.

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Does the cat's breed affect the outcome of treatment?

It is no coincidence that people asked this question. They noticed that in case of various diseases, a cat of a certain breed may be next to a person. It is important to make a small disclaimer - all feline pets have healing effects. But in certain cases there is a rather interesting trend. There are healing cat breeds that cope with headaches, osteochondrosis, and nervous diseases. If you are tired at work and a cat greets you at home, you have the opportunity to fill yourself with positive energy.

A person can have various diseases, and even a non-pedigreed cat will come to your aid. Not all of them are affectionate and domesticated, but they sense the human condition. Many owners note that when the animal lies down next to or on the sore spot, it purrs and warms up. Curious to know what cat breeds are treated? Then let's move on.

Over a long period of observing the behavior of cats, people noticed that:

Cats with long hair, for example, Angora, Persian, Siberian, have a great effect on a person’s psychological state. They are able to console people in despondency and help overcome depression, insomnia, and anxiety. Both adults and children love to play with cats;
When talking about which cats treat diseases of the musculoskeletal system, we need to focus on the Persian breed. They are known for their special abilities to influence such ailments;
If a person has vegetative-vascular dystonia or has other heart diseases, a cat cardiologist will help him. This is the name given to pets with medium and short hair, namely British and shorthaired exotic cats;
The digestive tract, kidneys and liver are treated by cats that are hairless and have short fur coats.

As you can see, people noticed the interesting and useful abilities of their younger brothers. In addition, they were able to identify breeds that have a healing effect on certain organs. Many cats can treat diseases, but some are better able to target certain diseases.

Longhaired cats

This category of furry healers includes:

Angora;
Siberian;
Burmese;
Himalayan;
Maine Coon;
ragdoll;
Burmila;
Kurilian bobtail.

These breeds of furry pets are capable of treating neurological diseases and are considered a home “neurologist.” They cope well with insomnia, irritability, depression, and osteochondrosis.

What is the secret of the healing effect?

Purring and frequency of vibrations, thanks to which a cat affects human rhythms. She captures negative and positive aspects and harmonizes them;
Transformation of negative energy. The human condition is perceived by the cat’s nervous system, which is open to contact with humans. Many argue that small predators can “take away” bad energy and give out good energy;
Closing the energy rift. Such gaps can arise due to negative experiences, as well as around a diseased organ. If a pet lies on a diseased organ, it can create its own bioenergy field. It sounds unexpected and completely unscientific. But such methods work and can complement treatment.

Knowing which cats treat people and why feline therapy has been practiced since ancient times, you can discover new aspects of communication with your pet. And you try to watch your pet and treat him with respect. You will definitely feel that communication with cats always has a positive effect. The main thing is to show love and care for the pet yourself.

Cat at home - to lightning

Do you have a black cat and don’t you have any concerns about it? Not all people are as calm about animals of this color. In the old days, it was believed that dark-colored cats attracted lightning. Such signs and superstitions for a home with cats were often prophetic. People sincerely thought that by driving an innocent animal out into the rain, they would save their home. It is clear that such a lightning protection system worked only once in a while. Too many black cats lived in the village, and there were no lightning rods. You had to blame someone for all your troubles, so black cats acted as the scapegoat.

Today, only the completely backward citizens of our world believe in such a sign. Smart people will not drive an animal out to get wet in the rain just because it happened to be born with dark hair. But in ancient times the sign was very popular. Why? Cats that their owners drove out into the rain in bad weather did not stray far from the house, and superstitious people sincerely thought that this was their main problem.

Getting rid of toothache

Do you believe in traditional medicine? Then you should get a doctor cat. A black animal can relieve you of toothache forever, as the Japanese believe. If you can catch the moment when your cat sneezes, and at the same time you tell him “bless you,” then you will no longer need to be afraid of toothache. Cats have really good teeth. Despite the fact that the animals do not take care of them in any way, the teeth of most of them are in perfect condition until old age.

The sign about a black cat in the house will only work if the animal belongs to you. It is not enough to visit your parents and wish their cat health. You want a personal pet that will give you a great smile and help you avoid frequent trips to the dentist's office.

Protection

Why does a black cat come into the house? There is a belief that the animal protects the family it chooses from dark forces. They say that black cats protect their owners and take all their troubles and problems upon themselves. Animals can even save a person from death. And cats cope with problems such as spoilage in a timely manner. Therefore, you should not drive away an animal if it has chosen your family. Adopt a kitten or an adult cat and give her the opportunity to peacefully coexist with you. Believe me, the fluffy creature will help you avoid many problems and also cope with failures.

How does felinotherapy work?

Cats usually sense when a person’s body begins to go wrong. Then they themselves come and sit on their hands or lie down comfortably in the area of the source of the disease. They can purr quietly, move their paws, sometimes releasing their claws. At the same time, a person experiences peace and tranquility; he can stroke the cat without even knowing or noticing that at that moment he is being treated. Cats thus “pull” illness and bad energy out of a person, but do not suffer themselves.

Scientists analyzed the purring of tailed animals and came to the conclusion that the frequency and vibration of these sounds, as well as the vibration that occurs during purring, have a positive effect on the condition of the bones: they increase their strength and help recover from fractures.

What diseases require feline therapy?

Heart disease (cats help quickly normalize blood pressure and relieve pain).
Disturbances in the musculoskeletal system.
Pathologies of bones and joints.
Malfunctions of the digestive system.
Depression and insomnia, neuroses, mental illness.
Bronchial asthma and disorders of the respiratory system.
Endocrine diseases.
Drug addiction and alcoholism.

Felinotherapy is often used for adaptation and socialization of children who suffer from autism and cerebral palsy. Simple stroking and communication with tailed animals does not require any effort, but even a few minutes in such company can have a positive effect.

On the ship

In the old days, our ancestors always carried cats on ships. Sailors needed pets not to relieve their souls by stroking a live antidepressant, but to fight mice in the holds. And if among the cats that were taken on board there was a black one, it was believed that the voyage would be successful. The sailors feared and idolized the black cat at the same time. The animal could not be thrown overboard under any circumstances. Despite the fact that many people believed that an animal crossing the road symbolized trouble, people tried to coexist peacefully with one of the inhabitants of the ship. Everyone tried in their own way to appease the animal so that it would bring only good news and not prophesy personal troubles.

Today cats are not allowed on board. Sanitary conditions allow you to sail on a ship without animals. But sailors still have a certain weakness for dark-colored animals. Perhaps this is due to the numerous legends that exist in the navy. People say that cats treated sailors, helped improve their personal lives, and also get rid of serious mental illnesses.

In the theatre

Artists are very superstitious. It is not surprising that the theater has its own signs associated with black cats. It is believed that keeping a dark-colored animal at the theater is good luck. The cat will help actors relax and feel at home at work. Cats also help create a friendly atmosphere in the team. After all, it’s no wonder that when actors live like one big family, discord occurs within the troupe.

Many signs are associated with cats regarding whether the performance will be successful or unsuccessful. For example, if before the premiere a black cat rubs against the director’s legs, it means that the production will go well and the performances will always have packed houses. And if the animal does not even approach the director, it means that the public will receive the new creation coldly.

It is not surprising that a cat running onto the stage in the middle of a performance is considered a bad omen. But the animal is not scolded for such insolence. After all, it’s not the cat’s fault that they didn’t look after him. The animal considers the theater its home, so it runs wherever it pleases. To prevent the cat from interfering with the actors' delight with the audience, it must be fed well before the performance. Then the animal will quickly fall asleep, tired of delicious food, and will not be able to disrupt the production.

Cat in a dream

What night dreams did you have today? There is a sign: a black cat in the house, which you saw in your dreams, promises you a dangerous enemy in reality. The subconscious tells a person that he should be extremely careful. There is no need to do rash acts. Don't trust your friends, and if you simply need to rely on someone, then double-check the person's reliability. The sign says that a person who sees a black cat in a dream does not trust his surroundings, but cannot identify the enemy. Therefore, try to find your pest and neutralize it before the person strikes you on the sly.

Towards good trading

Another sign is associated with the strong energy of animals. In Scotland, it is believed that if a black cat washes itself in front of a store or in front of a pub, it means that the financial situation in this establishment will soon improve. There is no clear explanation why this belief appeared. But there is one guess that cats live where they are fed. And the owners of the establishments rarely feed the animals their own food. But guests of the establishment often take scraps from their table to the animals. And the more animals live near the establishment, the better the pub or restaurant is doing. So such a sign can work in both directions. For example, city visitors could identify a popular establishment in an unfamiliar place. But such a theory is still a guess and should not be particularly trusted.