COMFORT from ROBOT CATS

Some nursing homes in the US are turning to robotic therapy cats to soothe the agitation and anxiety of dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. The cats, which blink, meow and snuggle, are being used to comfort patients and give them companionship. A New York care facility owner says many of her residents have formed close bonds with their animatronic friends. The robot pets are available here too. $275 from qualitylifeonline.co.nz.