Why Do We Watch Cat Videos?

I am not a cat person. I am however a cat video person. I thought this was something to be ashamed of until I saw that with the over 2 million cat videos on YouTube they have around 25 billion views. So why with all the things begging for our time do 25 billion of us make time for these mostly mindless cat videos? Thankfully there is some science behind this furry fix.

Some research suggests while we watch cat videos we are getting the digital version of pet therapy. Pet therapy is something psychologists have found produces measurable effects with medical difficulties, behavioral problems, and emotional well-being.

Caitlin Dewey from the Washington Post, believes this study shows us:

people watch cat videos not because they're trivial or meaningless, but because they make them feel good.

All science and studies aside watch this compilation of top ten cat videos and see if it will boost your mood.

Sources:Businesss Insider