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BENGALURU: Cats appear to be getting large approval as family pets in Bengaluru, if the increased existence of feline food and devices at animal shops are any indicator. Distributors of the majority of popular cat food brand names like Royal Canin and Whiskas informed TOI that there has actually been a big boost in the sale of their items in Bengaluru for many years.
Varun Swaroopstore supervisor at Bengaluru Pet Company, HAL said: “We see more people walking in to buy cat-related products. Cat toys sell fast because they are cheap and affordable. In recent times, there has been a 20% increase in customers walking in just to buy cat products.”
Karthik, store supervisor at Pet Project, Church Street, said: “Out of every 10 customers, six are here for cat food and allied products. This number was only 2-4 before the pandemic.”
Many animal shops throughout the city said with a growing number of individuals embracing cats, they are having problem restocking associated items and food.
Akhil Chavali, a medical trainee who owns a five-year old male Persian cat, said: “I feel cats are the best companions. Many of my friends actually have cats and absolutely love their company. Cats are very independent; you don’t even have to leash them. They pretty much go out there and come back safely. On days when I feel low or tired, my cat (Junnu) walks up to me, like it knows that I’m moody and just sits there. That gesture is very reassuring.”
Sathwik H, an engineer who promotes Yoshi, a two-year old Ginger, said: “It is easier to foster a cat. You don’t have to take it out for daily walks. A cat sees what you are doing and just joins you leisurely. They don’t seek attention and are instant serotonin boosters. While they usually seem not to give a damn, you’d actually feel happy when a cat just chooses you and decides to be closer to you.”
Akshith Chittiveli, a techie and parent of twin cats Mira and Jai, said he embraced kittens since cats are normally low upkeep and do not take much space. “Given that I am a working bachelor, I feel they are perfect companions. I didn’t have to change my lifestyle after becoming a cat parent because it’s more of the cats fitting into my life than the other way round. Cats are usually clean, so being a cat parent doesn’t feel like a job.”
With Bengalureans progressively succumbing to cats, a minimum of half a lots cat-themed coffee shops have actually emerged in the city. Cafes like PURRed @Charlie’s Bangalore are the talk of the town. These coffee shops charge a small cost for cat fans to spend time and simply animal the felines. Cat moms and dads can likewise take their paw friends to these coffee shops. The location has about 17 animal cats.
“I am a cat lover and saw more and more people joining the tribe. That is when the idea of setting up this cafe, so that cat lovers could come together at one place, struck me,” said Sri Khan, owner of PURRed @Charlie’s Bangalore.
Varun Swaroopstore supervisor at Bengaluru Pet Company, HAL said: “We see more people walking in to buy cat-related products. Cat toys sell fast because they are cheap and affordable. In recent times, there has been a 20% increase in customers walking in just to buy cat products.”
Karthik, store supervisor at Pet Project, Church Street, said: “Out of every 10 customers, six are here for cat food and allied products. This number was only 2-4 before the pandemic.”
Many animal shops throughout the city said with a growing number of individuals embracing cats, they are having problem restocking associated items and food.
Akhil Chavali, a medical trainee who owns a five-year old male Persian cat, said: “I feel cats are the best companions. Many of my friends actually have cats and absolutely love their company. Cats are very independent; you don’t even have to leash them. They pretty much go out there and come back safely. On days when I feel low or tired, my cat (Junnu) walks up to me, like it knows that I’m moody and just sits there. That gesture is very reassuring.”
Sathwik H, an engineer who promotes Yoshi, a two-year old Ginger, said: “It is easier to foster a cat. You don’t have to take it out for daily walks. A cat sees what you are doing and just joins you leisurely. They don’t seek attention and are instant serotonin boosters. While they usually seem not to give a damn, you’d actually feel happy when a cat just chooses you and decides to be closer to you.”
Akshith Chittiveli, a techie and parent of twin cats Mira and Jai, said he embraced kittens since cats are normally low upkeep and do not take much space. “Given that I am a working bachelor, I feel they are perfect companions. I didn’t have to change my lifestyle after becoming a cat parent because it’s more of the cats fitting into my life than the other way round. Cats are usually clean, so being a cat parent doesn’t feel like a job.”
With Bengalureans progressively succumbing to cats, a minimum of half a lots cat-themed coffee shops have actually emerged in the city. Cafes like PURRed @Charlie’s Bangalore are the talk of the town. These coffee shops charge a small cost for cat fans to spend time and simply animal the felines. Cat moms and dads can likewise take their paw friends to these coffee shops. The location has about 17 animal cats.
“I am a cat lover and saw more and more people joining the tribe. That is when the idea of setting up this cafe, so that cat lovers could come together at one place, struck me,” said Sri Khan, owner of PURRed @Charlie’s Bangalore.
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