More than a third of cat owners would ignore a potential romantic partner if they expressed pet allergies, according to a survey, uncovering additional unusual behaviors. Do any of these habits resonate with you?
Hanging with your feline buddies can seriously impact your dating life, but it seems that's a small price to pay for the love and companionship our cats provide.
You'd be surprised just how much clout cats hold in romantic relationships. Have you ever had to hightail it outta there early on a date because your kitty's dealing with some separation anxiety, or put a love affair on pause due to conflicts about your purr-fect companion? What about when a potential partner has a dreaded cat allergy—would that be game over?
According to a survey conducted by Whisker, a cool pet tech company, nearly one-third of us (that's you and me, cat parents!) would even ditch a romantic interest who's allergic to cats. Shocking, right? But don't despair—allergies can be managed, so there's hope for your relationship yet!
But what if your lover-to-be simply isn't a cat person? Eek! Well, brace yourselves, because 62% of pet parents would end things if they faced that predicament! On the flip side, 35% have felt a pang of embarrassment bringing a date home to meet the litter box.
Cats are known to crash date nights left and right, with 44% of respondents admitting to having a furball tag along. But if your date shares your love for cats, I promise they won't mind one bit! In fact, 38% have actually canceled a date to stay home with their pets instead.
So, how often do you swoon over your fur-child on a first date? It turns out, over half of cat parents have over 600 photos of their beloved felines stored on their phones.
Don't be fooled by cats' reputation for being aloof; they certainly know and appreciate the love we shower upon them. Adult cats don't meow at other adults, but kittens meow to their mothers, and cats meow to us, demonstrating an almost familial bond filled with warmth and affection.
Refusing to abandon your litter box? Well, Whisker is encouraging folks to break up with their old litter boxes and upgrade to its Litter-Robot with the Dump Your Box promotion offering $80 off bundles. Interested in what all the fuss is about? Check out our guide to the best automatic cat litter boxes and join us in comparing the Litter-Robot 3 vs Litter-Robot 4.
Still searching for love in a cat-laden world? Here are 32 practical tips to include your pet on a date, and don't forget to peruse our guide on the best automated cat toys to keep your cat entertained while you're out enjoying your date night.
A Little Love Tip:
Cats show affection towards their owners in creative and often seemingly mysterious ways. Here are some common signs:- Kneading: Kneading their paws can be a sign of comfort, reminiscent of their kittenhood when they kneaded their mother's stomach for milk. As adults, it's also a way for cats to mark their territory.- Slow Blinking: A slow blink from a cat is often considered a sign of trust and affection, similar to a human giving a kiss.- Head Butting: Cats release pheromones from their head and cheeks when they rub themselves against you, reinforcing their bond and displaying affection.- Grooming: Grooming their owners is a way for cats to show affection, as they mix their scent with yours to create a community scent.- Following You: Cats that follow their owners everywhere show they are attached and crave your companionship.- Vocalizations: Cats often meow to communicate with their owners, which demonstrates comfort and trust.- Bringing Gifts: Cats may gift toys or even plants to their owners as a way of sharing their hunt and showing affection.- Sleeping Near You: When cats choose to sleep near their owners, it indicates a strong, trusting bond.- Love Bites: Gentle bites during play or petting are often referred to as 'love bites' and indicate a feeling of overstimulation or excitement.- Rubbing Against You: Cats rub their cheeks, paws, or tails against you to create a shared scent profile, cementing your bond.
- Hanging out with your kitten on a date might complicate your love-and-dating life, but the companionship and love they offer might be worth it.
- Nearly one-third of pet parents would end a romantic relationship due to a partner's cat allergy, according to a survey by Whisker.
- Bringing a cat on a date can lead to awkward situations, such as when a potential partner is not a cat person or has a cat allergy, as 62% of pet parents would end things in such cases.
- In a home-and-garden filled with cats, many cat parents have hundreds of photos of their feline friends stored on their phones.
- Cats show their affection towards their owners in various ways, including kneading, slow blinking, head butting, grooming, following, vocalizations, bringing gifts, sleeping near you, love bites, and rubbing against you.
