Quote of the week: 

โ€œThere are two means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats.โ€ โ€“ Albert Schweitzer

Fluffy Family Featured Story: 

Sometimes you just gotta lie on your favorite paper bag and forget about the world for a bit ๐Ÿงกโ˜€๏ธ

When you feel stuck, try to see things backwards, inside out, or upside down. You may find something fun unexpectedly!

โ€• @jimmyssunshinereport

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From the ESA Doctors Blog:

Does Having a Pet Reduce Stress?

Anyone who has ever had a dog or cat sit on their lap can attest that thereโ€™s something automatic about wanting to pet them. Stroking a petโ€™s fur and feeling their warmth brings feelings of comfort. Itโ€™s no wonder that 98% of American households have one or more pets in their home. According to theย National Institutes of Health (NIH), pets are beneficial for people in various ways. They serve as loyal companions, foster a sense of responsibility, and even help reduce stress. And in the current fast-paced, ever-changing world, perhaps we need all the stress reduction we can get.ย 

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