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Cat people also tended to be non-conformists, as well as scoring higher on intelligence tests than dog lovers. [5] Guastello, a professor of psychology, stated the reasons behind these personality differences stem from the pet owners themselves and the particular environment they prefer. [ 5 ]
It's not cheap to own a pet — but it can be worth it.
The phrase "fight like cats and dogs" reflects a natural tendency for the relationship between the two species to be antagonistic. [8] [9] [10] Other phrases and proverbs include "The cat is mighty dignified until the dog comes by" and "The cat and dog may kiss, but are none the better friends."
Pet ownership has skyrocketed in the last three decades – and so has spending on pets. Data analyzed by Forbes Advisor shows that 66% of U.S. households own a pet. That number is up from 56% in ...
The categorization of dogs by their breeds reflected the hierarchical, social order of the Victorian era. The pedigree of a dog represented the high status and lineage of their owners and reinforced social stratification. [74] Middle-class owners valued the ability to associate with the upper-class through ownership of their pets.
Many owners post photos and videos of their pets on social media to entertain other animal lovers. The relationship between sharing and watching has shown an increase in interest for pet owning. [7] This increase in pet owning has impacted cat and dog populations within the animal community.
Scottish fold is an adorable, easy-going cat that would be a great fit for new cat owners. They can easily live in a big house full of kids and other pets or in a single-person apartment in a city.
A man sleeping on a bed with his cat A domestic kitten taken as a pet Cat on a leash enjoying the outdoors. Cats are common pets in all continents of the world permanently inhabited by humans, and their global population is difficult to ascertain, with estimates ranging from anywhere between 200 million to 600 million.