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University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health: Robot Pets May Brighten the Days of Older Adults, Pitt Study Finds
September 30, 2026
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 30 -- The University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health issued the following news:

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Robot pets may brighten the days of older adults, Pitt study finds

September 29, 2026

For some older adults, a robotic cat or dog may be more than a toy. It may offer a new opportunity for engagement and social interaction, according to a University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health pilot study.

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