People think of cats as skittish, cold, aloof, and antisocial. But that could not be further from the truth. Those who think of cats this way simply lack knowledge about these animals or have had no experience with one.
People think of cats as skittish, cold, aloof, and antisocial. But that could not be further from the truth. Those who think of cats this way simply lack knowledge about these animals or have had no experience with one.
People think of cats as skittish, cold, aloof, and antisocial. But that could not be further from the truth. Those who think of cats this way simply lack knowledge about these animals or have had no experience with one. The truth is that cats are just particular creatures and are often misunderstood. And if you ask cat owners, they would tell you that it is actually their cat’s strong, hard-to-please personality and calm temperament that endear their pets to them.
This image or stereotype we have about cats often comes from their being constantly compared with dogs. Things like, “Dogs are always so happy and excited to see their owners come home, while cats can’t even be bothered to wake up from their nap and get off the mantle.” In other words, cats are always seen as the antithesis of dogs. But the thing is, these two are not comparable because they are different creatures and they bring different things to the table. Besides, dogs are not all the same, just as cats are not all the same either. So, it’s an apples-to-oranges kind of thing.
Cats are not unfriendly, they’re just cautious. But they’re loving.
Wild cats are solitary hunters, and they can also be targeted by larger species. That’s why they always have to be in control of their territory and they are always wary about the dangers around them before they act. Domestic cats aren’t different in that they prefer observing from a corner before approaching, investigating, and ensuring there’s no clear and present danger. However, once they’ve moved past that, cats can be very loving animals – while still being unyielding. Cats will seek your attention, request cuddles, and purr to show their appreciation, but it will always be in their own time. They decide when they want them.
Cats are also social
It isn’t true that cats are not sociable at all. Despite not being gregarious, cats can create strong affectionate connections with other cats and with humans.
Domestic cats get used to sharing their territory with other pets and with humans, and they learn to enjoy the relationships they develop. It is important that socialization and relationships with people and other animals start within the first 8 weeks of a cat’s birth in order to ensure that it enjoys such relationships for the rest of their lives. It is worth noting that we are still finding genetic differences in cats’ temperaments since not all cats display the same social tolerance.
Cats are independent, not solitary
Cats are self-sufficient and socially flexible. They may be happy being home alone without us, but they still enjoy our company when we’re around. Generally, owners should allow their cats to decide how much social interaction they want with other people in the house.
We need to understand that we share their territory, and therefore mutual respect is very essential for a good owner-pet relationship.