Dog people or cat people? Which is more popular? Thoroughly dissect their personalities and compatibility!

For people who have pets or are thinking about getting one, the question is, "Which is more popular, dogs or cats?"and "Which is more popular?Many people may also be curious about the personalities and compatibility of dog- and cat-people, respectively.In this article, we will thoroughly dissect whether there are more dog people or cat people, and what their personalities and compatibility are like.The results of our survey will also be taken into account in the explanation, so please read to the end.

Which do you think is more likely to be a dog lover or a cat lover?

According to a survey conducted by our company, more people in their 20s to 60s are dog people than cat people.

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「2022 Total!　Which one are you?(2022)」

Notably, the older the age group, the more likely they are to be in favor of dogs, with over 50% of those in their 20s to 40s being in favor of dogs and 40% in favor of cats, while those in their 50s to 60s are in favor of dogs at the 60% level. One reason for the increase in cat-owning among younger generations can be attributed to a change in the pet boom, which began around the 1980s, when the first pet boom took place and the keeping of dogs, including golden retrievers, became popular.

However, the recent increase in the number of single people and the shift to nuclear families has made it more difficult to keep dogs, as people spend more and more time at home without anyone around. In addition, with the recent "cat boom," more and more people are adopting cats, which require less time and effort to walk and train. As a result of these changes in social conditions, the ratio of dog-owners to cat-owners has been growing closer.

Differences in human nature and personality between dog people and cat people

It is believed that there are differences in human nature and personality between dog people and cat people.For example, it is said that dog people tend to be "dominant" and "cooperative".Conversely, if you are a cat person, you are said to be "free and self-paced.

The reason for the difference in human nature and personality between dog and cat people is due to the characteristics of dogs and cats.Dogs are group animals, which means that they are highly cooperative and eager to be helpful to their owners.Cats, on the other hand, are clean animals that prefer to act alone, take their own pace, and groom themselves properly.Because of these differences between the habits of dogs and cats, the personalities and characteristics of the people who like them tend to be different.

The character of the canine faction

Dog people tend to value hierarchical relationships and care about their relationships and reputation with others in the group.Let's take a closer look at the personalities of dog people below.

Dominant Tendency

Dogs are more obedient to their owners than cats.In addition, since dogs are group animals, they will properly obey those they perceive as leaders.Dog people who like the obedient and friendly habits of dogs can be considered to have a tendency to be dominant.However, rather than wanting to dominate everything, they also derive a sense of security and satisfaction from having an animal that likes them.

Highly cooperative

A high degree of cooperation is another characteristic of the dog people.They seek connection with others and actively seek to be involved.Dogs are also group animals and have the habit of hunting with more than one animal.To hunt well, they are animals that value communication and hierarchical relationships.It is because they themselves value group interaction that they are attracted to the habits of dogs.

Seek recognition from those around you.

Dog people also tend to seek recognition from their surroundings. Dogs are group hunters and value recognition from their surroundings. Many dogs value recognition for themselves and are very happy when praised. It is thought that the similarities between the habits of dogs and themselves make them dog people.

Characteristics of Cat People

Cat people are characterized by their own pace and their ability to switch on and off. They also tend to favor the arts.
Below is a detailed description of the cat person's personality.

favor the arts

Cat people tend to prefer art. Cats are solitary animals, making all of their own decisions as they go. Since they hunt alone, they have the habit of waiting for their prey quietly and unnoticed.
Their solitary impression and their willingness to devote themselves to something on their own probably attracts people who love art. In fact, painters including Dali and Picasso and writers such as Hemingway are known as cat people.

doing things at one's own pace

Many cat people are considered to be fast-paced. Cats are solitary animals, which means that they act according to their own ideas rather than following someone else.
It is thought that these habits of cats fit perfectly with the personality of people who take their own pace. Openness, which indicates independence and high intellectual curiosity, is another characteristic of cat people.

Switching on and off well

One study found that cat people 'had a greater difference in their self-personality in public and private situations. In other words, many of them were able to switch on and off between private and other situations.
The study noted that the tendency to switch on and off is also seen in cats. Many people may feel that cats, with their own pace and a strong on/off switch, are similar to themselves and become attached to them.

Reference: The Japanese Society of Personality Psychology, "Personality Traits of Canine and Feline Lovers.
https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/personality/26/2/26_26.2.5/_pdf/-char/ja/

The compatibility of dog and cat groups is

It is common for a community to be divided into dog and cat factions, but what is the compatibility between them? This section explains the compatibility between dog and cat groups, as well as compatibility between different factions.

Compatibility tends to be good if you like the same person

If you are both dog people or cat people, you tend to be compatible with each other. This is because they like the same animals and can enjoy spending long hours together without running out of topics to talk about.
Also, as mentioned above, cat and dog people have some similarities in personality and characteristics, so there will be many occasions when they feel comfortable together. Many people find that they do not get tired easily even after spending a long time together.

If you prefer a different one, your personalities may not mesh.

In many cases, if the dog and cat groups are separated from each other, they are not compatible with each other. There will be times when their personalities do not match and they will end up fighting.
In many cases, because they have different tastes, they have little in common and cannot talk about the same things.

Reasons for being a dog person and a cat person, respectively

The reasons for becoming a dog or cat person vary from person to person.
The main reasons include similarities in personality, ease of ownership, and ease of being cared for. The following is a detailed explanation of the reasons for becoming a dog or cat person.

Why I am a dog person

Reasons for being a dog person include being attracted to dogs because of their obedience to people and their cleverness.

・Friendly 
・Friendly 
・Obedient and easy to train 
・Smart and easy to keep

Looking at the reasons for being a dog person, it seems that many people are attracted to the obedience and friendliness that dogs possess. Because dogs excel at group behavior, they are able to adapt to life with humans and easily build a good relationship with their owners.

Some people also say that dogs are easy to keep because they are obedient and smart. Compared to cats, dogs listen to their owners and are easy to train. Since dogs originally hunted in groups, many dogs are obedient to their leaders and are polite and follow their owners' instructions.

Why I am a cat person

Reasons for being a cat person include a fascination with their own pace and occasional pampering.

・No need to walk 
・No need to bathe 
・Free and fun 
・Pampered and cute

One major difference from dogs is that they do not need to be walked or bathed. Cats are often small, so they can get plenty of exercise indoors. Cats also have the habit of grooming themselves, so they are easy to keep because they do not need to be bathed.

In terms of personality, many people are attracted to cats because of their cat-like pace. Another factor that makes them cat people is the pampering they show only to themselves. Many people are attracted to the duality of cats because they have a more clear on/off switch than dogs.

Results of survey on actual conditions and awareness of pet-ownership

Our company, Cross Marketing, conducted a survey on the actual conditions and awareness of pet-ownership. From here, we will explain in detail the current situation and issues of pet-ownership, based on the survey results.

The percentage of people who own dogs and cats, how many people want to keep pets, and other details will be explained in detail. Please take a look at this page if you are thinking of keeping a pet or are interested in pet-keeping issues.

Dog and cat ownership

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『Survey on Pets (2022) Facts and Figures』
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『Survey on Pets (2022) Attitudes』

The majority of respondents kept dogs and cats, with 47.9% owning dogs and 31.8% owning cats. As for how they obtained their pets, dogs were mainly acquired from pet stores, while cats tended to be given to them by friends or acquaintances, or picked up by people. The difference in the main acquisition route is also reflected in the difference in the reason for keeping the pet, with many respondents stating that it was love at first sight for dogs, while many cats were in need of an adopter.

Opinions on pet ownership and sales

There are also a variety of opinions and issues regarding pet ownership and sales.For example, 77% of all respondents were in favor of "mandatory microchipping," an initiative to reduce the number of lost dogs and cats.Seventy-eight percent of respondents said that "abandoning pets is unacceptable," indicating that many people feel a sense of crisis about the problem of abandonment and killing of animals.In addition, 71% of all respondents were in favor of "banning the sale of showcases.It can be said that resistance to selling pets is increasing.Therefore, in recent years, it is not a good idea to sell or make a spectacle of dogs and cats for the convenience of others.

Intention to keep dogs and cats in the future

Regarding their intention to keep a dog or cat in the future, 30.7% of the respondents answered that they "do not currently own a dog or cat, but would like to in the future. As mentioned above, various issues have been raised regarding the sale and keeping of pets, but it seems that many people are positive about keeping pets.
Dogs were the most popular type of pets respondents would like to own. However, the difference in the number of dogs and cats kept is getting smaller every year, so there is a good chance that the results may reverse in the future.

Summary

We found that there are differences in personalities and preferences between dog- and cat-owners. The survey also revealed that dogs are more popular than cats, both in the number of dogs owned and in the number of people who would like to own a dog in the future.

Although there are some challenges in pet ownership, such as the need for microchipping and the problem of killing pets, keeping pets properly and with love can be an opportunity to enrich one's life. Please use this article as a reference to determine whether a dog or a cat is a better match for you.

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