It turns out that our furry friends get more kisses than our significant others! Pet owners often spoil their companions with affection, treats, and endless love—after all, they are the ultimate Best Boys and Girls. According to a recent survey by Bark & Co, a company dedicated to pet products, it seems we shower our dogs with more affection than our human partners. In fact, 52% of respondents confessed they kiss their dogs more frequently than their significant others. The remaining 48%? They might just be fibbing!
The survey didn’t stop there. It also revealed that many of us prefer sleeping next to our dogs rather than our partners, with 52% of participants expressing this preference. Personally, with my two big pups sprawled across the bed, my partner could be having a secret slumber party elsewhere, and I’d be none the wiser!
For those who may not understand this pet-parent dynamic, consider this: a whopping 94% of survey respondents view their dogs as some of their closest friends. These loyal companions offer unconditional love and companionship without asking for much in return—just a few walks and yummy treats! Plus, having a pet comes with a range of health benefits, as highlighted by the CDC. Pets encourage us to be active, spend time outdoors, and socialize. They can also lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and they help combat feelings of loneliness or depression. After all, who can be grumpy when they can BOOP a dog’s nose?
This survey supports findings from a previous study by Pet Lovers United, which indicated that over half of pet owners often skip social gatherings to hang out with their furry friends. Additionally, more than half of dog owners reported feeling “extremely happy” upon returning home to their pets, and 88% believe their dogs make them better individuals.
As I scroll through the countless pet selfies (or pelfies™) on my phone, it’s clear that I devote more time to my three fur babies than to my husband. Let’s face it—my dogs don’t argue or demand 37 bowls of cereal a day like my kids do!
Fortunately for our partners, there’s enough love to go around. After a long day filled with work, parenting, and pet cuddles, there’s always room for a little extra affection.
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Summary
The affection we show our pets often surpasses that for our partners, as evidenced by a survey revealing that more than half of pet owners kiss their dogs more than their significant others and prefer sleeping next to them. With pets serving as loyal companions and providing numerous health benefits, it’s no wonder they hold a special place in our hearts.