Cats: Man’s Other Best Friend?
Though dogs have long been touted as the most loyal of all domesticated pets, a recent study by Konrad Lorenz Research Station and the University of Vienna1 shows that cats may be more social than previously believed. The relationship between cat and human can often take the form of a child-rearing relationship, complete with nurturing and affection. Here are a few reasons that prove cats make excellent companions:
Cats Can Remember Kindness
In the study, researchers learned that cats have the capacity to understand compassion and courtesy in a symbiotic relationship. This perception is remembered, too. For example, you can negotiate playtime with your pet to prevent them from jumping on a new piece of furniture in the future.
Women versus Men
Humans from all walks of life love cats, but research shows that the animals may prefer women. In the study of 41 cats and their owners, the main takeaway was that cats tend to approach female owners more frequently than men. Cats also develop nurturing relationships with women, and it’s believed this is due to the maternal quality inherent in most females.
Humans Are More than Feeders
To cats, a human is more than the hand that feeds them. Cats and humans can develop deep relationships that involve affection, play, social support, and mutual attraction. This is based on an understanding of each other’s preferences, which comes with living under the same roof over time.
Cats make excellent companions, but be sure to give them space to roam. With cat flaps from Australia Pet Doors, your pet has the freedom to explore and get in touch with their wild side. We offer many different sized doors to fit a variety of pets, from young kittens to large cats. For more info, call 0414 922 751.