So how many of us when we talk about out pets see them as a family member? Pets are no more just pets but most families feel that they are a important member of the family. Lets face it most pets are now getting more human names. How many people have pets name Jack, Max, Charlie, Sofie? Yes some of us still give them silly pet names like snoopy, spot, rover. So here are some findings in a study
30% of pet owners say their pets sleep in bed with them
30% of pet owners celebrate their pets birthdays
20% of pet owners have purchased outfits for their pets
more then 30% include their pets in holiday cards
17% say their pets go to work with them
42% have taken their pets on vacation with them
35% have included pets in a family portrait
43% say their pets have a sense of style
So how many of us read this study and say yeah that is true? OK fess up do you think your pet is a family member? Do they mean as much to you as the rest of your family (like your kids)?
30% of pet owners say their pets sleep in bed with them
Before my partner and I moved in together, my oldest cat would sleep with me quite often. I just hate that annoying sound of them grooming themselves while I'm trying to go to sleep. I love my cats but, I need to sleep!
30% of pet owners celebrate their pets birthdays
Of course! A new toy or pillow of catnip is always in order.
20% of pet owners have purchased outfits for their pets
I got a lion hat thing for my male cat once and that was it.
more then 30% include their pets in holiday cards
I send out generic holiday cards so this is a no for me.
17% say their pets go to work with them
I don't think anyone would appreciate terrified cats running around. I would fear for their safety as well. Another no. But, I'd love to have a large dog escort me around.
42% have taken their pets on vacation with them
The cats hate car rides, so no. I haven't been out of town on vacation since I brought my Quaker home, so maybe that's a possibility in the future.
35% have included pets in a family portrait
I don't have a family portrait. I'd rather have a portrait of all of them and no humans but that's not gonna happen! Three cats, a bird, and a snake... something is bound to get eaten in the process!
43% say their pets have a sense of style
They certainly do have their own little personalities! Even the fish.
I definitely see my pets as part of the family. I care about them a lot and while I don't have human children, I see my furry companions as equally important as the rest of us.
Wellington Florida
Married
Ok here is my answers to the study: