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Oct 23, 2023
A new study has found that pet owners appear to care more about their dogs than their cats — and delves into the possible reasons why. The study, lead by researchers from University of Copenhagen and published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science on Monday, surveyed pet owners aged 18 to 89 in three European countries — Denmark, the U.K. and Austria — to assess the degree to which they care about their cats and dogs.
A new study has found that pet owners appear to care more about their dogs than their cats — and delves into the possible reasons why. The study, lead by researchers from University of Copenhagen and published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science on Monday, surveyed pet owners aged 18 to 89 in three European countries — Denmark, the U.K. and Austria — to assess the degree to which they care about their cats and dogs.
The survey used several metrics, including what's known as the Lexington Attachment to Pets Scale (LAPS), which asks owners to respond to 23 statements, including: "I believe that my pet is my best friend." Participants were also asked about their pet health insurance, their willingness to pay for life-saving treatment, and other questions to determine how much they care for their pets.
Full Article: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dog-owners-care-more-about-their-pets-than-cat-owners-study-says/