2009 Survey: Helping Cats Find Homes
Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 (Original item from 2009)
Companion Animals | Pet Adoption, Rescue or Shelters | Pet Overpopulation | Pet Ownership
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Short Description:
A survey by the Morris Animal Foundation on the attitudes and perceptions toward cats finds that one quarter of respondents have a neutral opinion of cats while more than half harbor negative attitudes toward cats. Approximately 1 in 10 current non-cat owners would definitely or probably consider having a cat.
Abstract:
This online survey of 1,102 respondents found that more than one half of respondents had negative attitudes toward cats, due to negative behaviors which include "jumps on counters/tables," "scratches furniture," and "spits up hairballs." These attitudes were driven by litter box smell, shedding, unprovoked biting, and the perceived inability for cats to harmoniously co-exist with other pets.
On the other hand, the top three positive behaviors include "likes to play," "entertains itself," and "makes people smile." These attitudes are driven by the match between a person and a cat's lifestyle, and the cat as a good pet for children.
Younger people (18-24) and single respondents had more positive attitudes toward cats than older or married respondents.
Note: Sampling methodology is not disclosed.
Spot Check Number:
1243
Sponsor:
Morris Animal Foundation, Maddie's Fund, American Pet Products Association
Animal Type:
Cats
Record Type:
Survey Summary, Organizational Publication or Materials
Research Method:
Online Survey
Geographic Region:
United States National
Number of Participants:
1,102
Year Conducted:
2009
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