Scientists in California are looking for brave volunteers to undergo a grueling endeavor: playing with their cats.

People participating in the study will also have a chance to nab a $50 gift card.

Researchers at the Animal Welfare Epidemiology Lab at University of California, Davis, are conducting the study.

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A cat playing with a feather toy.© Waitforlight via Getty

Thisnew studywill come in two phases.

Any American over the age of 18 with at least one adult cat is eligible for the study.

Interested people can sign up via the linkhere.

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Before and after Cheddar “Chiz” Cara sees a toy. © Ed Cara

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