Millions of cat homeowners “prefer” their feline good friend’s firm to their companion’s, a research has discovered. Research of 1,000 adults, who personal a cat, discovered 49 p.c would moderately spend time with their furry good friend, and 53 p.c select to take action more often than not.
Having a nap, sharing a cuddle, and watching TV have been the conditions homeowners most well-liked to spend time with their pet over their companion – whereas 31 p.c stated they’d even moderately share their quilt with their cat.
And 1 / 4 of all respondents take pleasure in a snuggle extra with their feline good friend, whereas 47 p.c additionally revealed they discover their pet much less irritating.
The analysis comes as animal welfare charity, Battersea, celebrates its one hundred and fortieth anniversary of welcoming cats to their iconic London centre.
To mark the milestone, it has partnered with relationship platform, Thursday, to host an occasion on the centre, providing customers the chance to satisfy their potential furry match, and study extra concerning the rehoming course of.
Rachel Saunders, Battersea rehoming & welfare supervisor, stated: “Every cat is unique, with their own personalities and unique quirks that make them a much-loved member of the family – which is proven by this new research, highlighting the overwhelming amount of love people have for their pets.
“There is so much that people are gaining from their relationships with their cats – from the incredible bond they share with them, to celebrating their true, unbridled cattitude.”
It additionally emerged three-quarters of householders communicate to their cat greater than as soon as a day – with 23 p.c confiding of their pet with info they’d by no means share with anybody else.
More than half (51 p.c) consider their very own character matches that of their cat – with affection, character, and friendliness the highest traits desired.
And 31 p.c stated they give the impression of being for a similar sort of traits in a pet as they do in a companion.
A 3rd (33 p.c) even suppose there are moments their different half will get jealous of the eye their pet receives over them.
And 67 p.c admit they’re completely fascinated by the life their cat leads, in accordance with the info, compiled by OnePoll.
The prime causes homeowners would suggest getting a feline good friend have been companionship, improved psychological well being, and the unconditional love they provide you.
And the primary recommendation they’d present could be to maintain the litter field clear, undertake from a rescue centre, and maintain them usually checked over by the vet.
Of these polled, 35 p.c had rehomed a cat, and 29 p.c hadn’t however would think about it sooner or later.
Bradley Tovell, Battersea cattery crew chief, stated: “The research has certainly shown all the enjoyment that can be had from spending time with and owning a cat.
“After 140 years together at Battersea, we have learned that one of the best ways we can be here for cats is by finding our feline friends a home where their cattitude can truly shine.”
