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AI Can Partially Replace the Companionship Value of Real PetsAI pets can provide consistent emotional support, never get tired, don't need feeding/walking, and are always available 24/7. Many people find comfort in talking to AI companions, especially during loneliness or late nights.However, real pets offer irreplaceable elements: warm physical touch, spontaneous unpredictable behavior, mutual growth, and the deep bond formed through real shared life experiences. The oxytocin release from petting a real animal is significantly stronger than any current AI interaction.Conclusion: AI can meaningfully supplement or temporarily replace pet companionship — especially for people unable to own real pets — but it cannot fully replicate the unique warmth and authenticity of living animals.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8388734/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/animal-emotions/202302/can-ai-ever-replace-the-companionship-real-pets

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