Men's pets, cats vs dogs

[iKING]

I wanted to add: a man who owns anything other than a shelter pet would be a huge turn off (and possibly a deal breaker).

 

I'm at a bit of a bias for shelter pets as well.

 

I used to have birds. Canaries mostly. If I do get an animal, it would probably be a bird.

 

I actually had a very strong fear of dogs growing up - very bad because dogs smell fear and they will f*ck with you . Am much better around them now, but still wouldn't get a dog for now.

 

Cats - I'm neutral on. They're OK,

 

Had one of these for awhile.

 

So cute, so loud.

 

Think dogs are bad? Try a parrot.

 

Dogs do smell fear, but if you learn how to interact with them it can be a pleasant relationship. Grew up with a timber wolf at my side constantly (named King ), so there wasn't much room available to fear.

[Krieger]

I wanted to add: a man who owns anything other than a shelter pet would be a huge turn off (and possibly a deal breaker).

 

 

what about pets rescued from a bad situations that never been in a animal shelter?

 

my next dog is going to be a purebred just have to finish school and get a job and buy a house first.

[Krieger]

I used to have birds. Canaries mostly. If I do get an animal, it would probably be a bird.

 

I actually had a very strong fear of dogs growing up - very bad because dogs smell fear and they will f*ck with you . Am much better around them now, but still wouldn't get a dog for now.

 

Cats - I'm neutral on. They're OK,

 

An ex GF of mine had a bird and man that thing never would shut up but the bird was cool.

 

I have had a few birds as well they are cool pets to have.

[tbf]

An ex GF of mine had a bird and man that thing never would shut up but the bird was cool.

 

I have had a few birds as well they are cool pets to have.

You might want to rephrase the first sentence. It makes it sound like the ex had a bird and a man; a man who wouldn't shut up.

[Krieger]

You might want to rephrase the first sentence. It makes it sound like the ex had a bird and a man; a man who wouldn't shut up.

 

it will not let me fit it but good looking out

[ThaWholigan]

An ex GF of mine had a bird and man that thing never would shut up but the bird was cool.

 

I have had a few birds as well they are cool pets to have.

Yes, I had a rare breed of canary - it was a red male, and very young. It used to sing very sweetly but very loudly at 7am every morning, especially during the summer. One time it escaped and sang outside very loudly before flying back inside the house .

 

It drowned in the bath sadly when we let it out the cage one day . Such a funny bird.

[PogoStick]

I used to have birds. Canaries mostly. If I do get an animal, it would probably be a bird.

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The girl I'm dating now has a parokeet (I think). It's guaranteed to poop on her at least once any time I visit, gross! Now every time I see a logo on her clothes, I'm like "hold on is that...oh no that's a Nike swoosh". It's kind of cute but I feel bad for keeping a bird in a cage that's naturally meant for flight. It was given to her as a surprise Christmas gift so I can't quite call her a crazy bird lady, but I do to tease her anyways! Who the **** gives someone a bird without asking first?

 

edit: Oh and it's hilarious how the bird goes crazy when it hears us having sex! It starts screaming BABY BABY...the only word it really knows so far.

Edited March 31, 2013 by PogoStick

[MrCastle]

Don't attack me because I'm just giving my opinion. I think dog people and cat people are two totally different types of people. Your personality traits dictate which one you fall under. I used to think it was men = dogs, women = cats, but no longer.

 

I've found in my experience, dog people tend to be warmer people. More approachable, more giving. Taking care of a dog is a lot of work. It's like taking care of a baby that never matures. No matter how old the dog gets, it still needs you to walk it, feed it, play with it, etc. Dogs are extremely loyal to humans--I mean they're even loyal to owners that abuse them

 

Needless to say, owning a dog takes a lot of commitment, and a lot of love.

 

Cat people tend to be more independent. They want a pet, but they don't want to invest the time and responsibilities that come with owning a dog. So they get a cat. Cats can feed themselves, and can go long stretches of time without human interaction. They are capable of playing alone, and being alone. When you come home, they may not even be there to greet you. They're doing their own thing.

 

Dogs wait by the window the whole day, seconds feeling like hours, waiting for you to walk through that door, and go berserk when you do.

 

The women I have had the most success with, are dog people.

 

The women I've struggled to connect with, are cat people.

 

Take it for what it is. One man's opinion

[PogoStick]

Castle thats more the direction I was expecting the thread to go, how do people perceive owners of various pets?

[MrCastle]

Castle thats more the direction I was expecting the thread to go, how do people perceive owners of various pets?

 

As long as you're a pet lover, you're alright in my book. I'm not crazy about cats, but if you're an animal lover, you are showing compassion at some level, which is always good.

 

I have a guy friend who is a cat person, and he was trying to make the case as for why cats are better than dogs.

 

I cut him off and said "bomb sniffing dogs, drug sniffing dogs, st. bernards, seeing eye dogs, etc etc" he was like "Alright dude alright. Nevermind."

 

They're man's best friend for a reason

[TheGuard13]

I have a guy friend who is a cat person, and he was trying to make the case as for why cats are better than dogs.

 

I cut him off and said "bomb sniffing dogs, drug sniffing dogs, st. bernards, seeing eye dogs, etc etc" he was like "Alright dude alright. Nevermind."

 

They're man's best friend for a reason

 

What about Battle Cat? Thundercats?

[ScreamingTrees]

Don't attack me because I'm just giving my opinion. I think dog people and cat people are two totally different types of people. Your personality traits dictate which one you fall under. I used to think it was men = dogs, women = cats, but no longer.

 

I've found in my experience, dog people tend to be warmer people. More approachable, more giving. Taking care of a dog is a lot of work. It's like taking care of a baby that never matures. No matter how old the dog gets, it still needs you to walk it, feed it, play with it, etc. Dogs are extremely loyal to humans--I mean they're even loyal to owners that abuse them

 

Needless to say, owning a dog takes a lot of commitment, and a lot of love.

 

Cat people tend to be more independent. They want a pet, but they don't want to invest the time and responsibilities that come with owning a dog. So they get a cat. Cats can feed themselves, and can go long stretches of time without human interaction. They are capable of playing alone, and being alone. When you come home, they may not even be there to greet you. They're doing their own thing.

 

Dogs wait by the window the whole day, seconds feeling like hours, waiting for you to walk through that door, and go berserk when you do.

 

The women I have had the most success with, are dog people.

 

The women I've struggled to connect with, are cat people.

 

Take it for what it is. One man's opinion

 

I feed my cat daily, because if food was left out for her, she lacks the self restraint to just eat what she needs, she's in "gotta eat as much as I can, who knows when I'll get fed next!" mode..

 

Probably due to the fact that we didn't leave food out from the beginning, so it wasn't always there for her to pick at whenever she chose. And I spend a LOT of time with my cat, mostly cuddling, and she loves it.

 

She also waits for me, or any family member to walk in.. She'll be watching through the window, and then I'll see her eyes get wide through the window and her mouth open in a quiet meow, and she'll run to me as I open the door and plop on the floor, stretching out on her back in a "greetings, human!"

 

So, I'm one exception to that rule.. Because I'm awesome.

[LexiB]

Don't attack me because I'm just giving my opinion. I think dog people and cat people are two totally different types of people. Your personality traits dictate which one you fall under. I used to think it was men = dogs, women = cats, but no longer.

 

I've found in my experience, dog people tend to be warmer people. More approachable, more giving. Taking care of a dog is a lot of work. It's like taking care of a baby that never matures. No matter how old the dog gets, it still needs you to walk it, feed it, play with it, etc. Dogs are extremely loyal to humans--I mean they're even loyal to owners that abuse them

 

Needless to say, owning a dog takes a lot of commitment, and a lot of love.

 

Cat people tend to be more independent. They want a pet, but they don't want to invest the time and responsibilities that come with owning a dog. So they get a cat. Cats can feed themselves, and can go long stretches of time without human interaction. They are capable of playing alone, and being alone. When you come home, they may not even be there to greet you. They're doing their own thing.

 

Dogs wait by the window the whole day, seconds feeling like hours, waiting for you to walk through that door, and go berserk when you do.

 

The women I have had the most success with, are dog people.

 

The women I've struggled to connect with, are cat people.

 

Take it for what it is. One man's opinion

 

 

Interesting theory, but what about people who may have wanted to get a dog, but couldn't because of their current lifestyle? For example, when I first considered getting a pet a couple of years ago, I initially wanted a dog. After some thought however, I realized it just wouldn't work given that I'm out of the house about 12 hours each day. I also live alone, she there'd be no one to walk it unless I hired someone (which is a ridiculous notion to me). Adopting a cat made the most sense. And I found an awesome one.

 

If things change in my life to where owning a dog would be more practical, I'd love to have one too.

[LexiB]

She also waits for me, or any family member to walk in.. She'll be watching through the window, and then I'll see her eyes get wide through the window and her mouth open in a quiet meow, and she'll run to me as I open the door and plop on the floor, stretching out on her back in a "greetings, human!"

 

So, I'm one exception to that rule.. Because I'm awesome.

 

My kitty does the same. It's f*n adorable...

[Els]

None of the guys I've been with have had pets, but the last time I was dating was in college, so that was to be expected - you can't keep a pet in the college dorms.

 

The bf's parents have a tiny dog, and I admit it makes me melt when I see him playing with her.

 

That being said, I can't see myself judging a person based on the type of pet they keep. I'm wary of people who dislike all pets, though (as opposed to just not being able to keep any due to external circumstances or logistics), and obviously if the guy is neglecting his pet, it says a lot about him.

[veggirl]

Castle considering how many dogs are horribly trained and not property cared for, I'm not sure someone owning a dog is indicative of a more caring personality.

 

Personally I've never cared what kinda pet anyone has. I'm scared of dogs but I wouldn't say it was a turn off or anything. Nowadays I have a cat who hates other animals, dogs and cats, so I wouldn't date anyone with a pet period if I found myself single!

[TheGuard13]

she'll run to me as I open the door and plop on the floor, stretching out on her back in a "greetings, human!"

 

That's not what the cat is doing.

 

It's preparing to ensnare you.

[beyond]

Don't attack me because I'm just giving my opinion. I think dog people and cat people are two totally different types of people. Your personality traits dictate which one you fall under. I used to think it was men = dogs, women = cats, but no longer.

 

I've found in my experience, dog people tend to be warmer people. More approachable, more giving. Taking care of a dog is a lot of work. It's like taking care of a baby that never matures. No matter how old the dog gets, it still needs you to walk it, feed it, play with it, etc. Dogs are extremely loyal to humans--I mean they're even loyal to owners that abuse them

 

Needless to say, owning a dog takes a lot of commitment, and a lot of love.

 

Cat people tend to be more independent. They want a pet, but they don't want to invest the time and responsibilities that come with owning a dog. So they get a cat. Cats can feed themselves, and can go long stretches of time without human interaction. They are capable of playing alone, and being alone. When you come home, they may not even be there to greet you. They're doing their own thing.

 

Dogs wait by the window the whole day, seconds feeling like hours, waiting for you to walk through that door, and go berserk when you do.

 

The women I have had the most success with, are dog people.

 

The women I've struggled to connect with, are cat people.

 

Take it for what it is. One man's opinion

 

I broadly agree with this.

 

I would add also that women with cats (I can count 5 off the top of my head that I know, so not generalising, just MY experience) tend to be a bit eager to attatch human characteristics to them.

 

They are cats NOT babies. One used to say her cat would 'tell' her when she got home what kind of a day it had had (ermmmm, no it didn't, it's a CAT) and I worked with a women for 6 mths once who mentioned her 'children' every now and then. She mentioned they were ill once and it was only when she said about taking them to the vet that I realised she was talking about her cats!

 

It's wrong I know, but if a man mentions he has a cat, I find it slightly odd, as think of cats as feminine.

[Divasu]

I found this online (dog versus cat owner personality):

 

As a rule, dogs are more social and eager to please, while cats are more introverted and curious.

 

For example, it was revealed that of those who expressed a clear preference for canines were more outgoing, sociable and agreeable than those who enjoyed the company of cats more. Dog people, it turns out, also tended to be more conscientious when it came to self-discipline and completing tasks. It is thought that this preference for planned and sociable behavior mirrors the cooperative, organization found in many wild dog societies.

 

By contrast, those with a deep fondness for felines were found to be slightly more neurotic, yet also more open to new and unusual experiences, ideas and beliefs, had a greater appreciation for the arts, and displayed a higher degree of curiosity and imagination. Looking at the personality aspect revealed that those who were solely cat owners were more likely to also be introverted and have a slightly more cool and aloof personality.

"To love cats, you have to be able to love things for themselves; they have their own life, they aren't necessarily dependent on you."

 

"Your dog kind of lives for you."

[Divasu]

She also waits for me, or any family member to walk in.. She'll be watching through the window, and then I'll see her eyes get wide through the window and her mouth open in a quiet meow, and she'll run to me as I open the door and plop on the floor, stretching out on her back in a "greetings, human!"

 

So, I'm one exception to that rule.. Because I'm awesome.

 

Mine does too. A cat is typically not as friendly towards newcomers in their homes, but the relationship with their owner is radically different.

 

My cat only snuggles with me, greets me, etc. She will eventually display affection with strangers but even still, there are things she will do with me only. I've owned dogs too, the owner/pet relationship is very different.

 

I like them both (cat/dog), they each have their own individual traits to be appreciated. I like any animal, really. (don't care for snakes too much though, my ex owned a 10 foot boa constrictor and that thing freaked me out ).

[tbf]

I found this online (dog versus cat owner personality):

 

As a rule, dogs are more social and eager to please, while cats are more introverted and curious.

 

For example, it was revealed that of those who expressed a clear preference for canines were more outgoing, sociable and agreeable than those who enjoyed the company of cats more. Dog people, it turns out, also tended to be more conscientious when it came to self-discipline and completing tasks. It is thought that this preference for planned and sociable behavior mirrors the cooperative, organization found in many wild dog societies.

 

By contrast, those with a deep fondness for felines were found to be slightly more neurotic, yet also more open to new and unusual experiences, ideas and beliefs, had a greater appreciation for the arts, and displayed a higher degree of curiosity and imagination. Looking at the personality aspect revealed that those who were solely cat owners were more likely to also be introverted and have a slightly more cool and aloof personality.

"To love cats, you have to be able to love things for themselves; they have their own life, they aren't necessarily dependent on you."

 

"Your dog kind of lives for you."

These sound like Big Five personality type profiles.

 

We have a cat and a dog, loving both for different reasons. Technically, we have four children.

[Els]

I found this online (dog versus cat owner personality):

 

As a rule, dogs are more social and eager to please, while cats are more introverted and curious.

 

For example, it was revealed that of those who expressed a clear preference for canines were more outgoing, sociable and agreeable than those who enjoyed the company of cats more. Dog people, it turns out, also tended to be more conscientious when it came to self-discipline and completing tasks. It is thought that this preference for planned and sociable behavior mirrors the cooperative, organization found in many wild dog societies.

 

By contrast, those with a deep fondness for felines were found to be slightly more neurotic, yet also more open to new and unusual experiences, ideas and beliefs, had a greater appreciation for the arts, and displayed a higher degree of curiosity and imagination. Looking at the personality aspect revealed that those who were solely cat owners were more likely to also be introverted and have a slightly more cool and aloof personality.

"To love cats, you have to be able to love things for themselves; they have their own life, they aren't necessarily dependent on you."

 

"Your dog kind of lives for you."

 

Makes a lot of sense, I admit.

[candie13]

I met some horrible people who owned dogs - and were horrible to them as well. I've met wonderful people who've had cats and were wonderful to them as well.

 

I'm a dog person. Used to have dogs as a teenager and was very responsible with it - making sure it got all the health checks, all the walks, all the clothes it needed, as he was aging. As my dad was a large-animal-vet, we've briefly had cats, parrots, mice, rabbits, all sort of animals, including a baby deer he rescued, for a brief period of time. While I understand that some cats have great personalities, I am a bit bothered by the lack of interaction - also I am sure that are cats that can act very affectionate.

 

Obviously, dogs are a lot more work, but the quality of the relationship makes up for the extra effort, IMO.

 

What do I think about people with pets? I am a bit jealous, as I think they can't be traveling that much. As a single person, I would find another single person who has pets a bit strange - pets are usually "family material". I would think that they are more homey, probably, and for sure, I would judge them not only on the relationship with the pet, but also the quality of care he provides to that pet - from how clean the pet/ the house is, to how much time he is investing in keeping the pet healthy and happy. Cannot stand people who buy a pet and then lose interest afterwards.

 

I would mind if a guy I am interested in had a pet - less independent and more of a hassle during the long weekends. Not a deal breaker though.

[Divasu]

These sound like Big Five personality type profiles.

 

We have a cat and a dog, loving both for different reasons. Technically, we have four children.

 

I think it's nice to have a combination of both.

 

Jack: "Greg how come you don't like cats?"

Greg: "I don't not like cats, I just prefer dogs, I mean, I'm just more of a dog, kind of, come home, wagging their little tails, happy to see you…"

Jack: "Oh you need that assurance, do you. You prefer an emotionally shallow animal?"

Greg: "I..."

Jack: "You see, Greg, when you yell at a dog, his tail will go between his legs and cover his genitals, his ears will go down, the dog is very easy to break. But cats make you work for their affection, they don't sell out the way that dogs do."

Greg: "Huh."

 

[Jane2011]

I kinda turn a side eye to guys who prefer cats over dogs. I'm not sure why.

 

I'm a dog person, myself.

 

Same here.

 

I am with a person who has a cat, and I actually like his cat (one of the cuter ones I have ever been around), but I'm more of a dog person.

 

It doesn't bother me that much that the boyfriend has a cat, though, because he's a dog person, too. He's just one of those people who genuinely "likes both." (His family has a dog that he loves). I think it'd bother me a little if he were purely a cat person...