A study at Carroll University of Wisconsin found that cat people tend to have more “liberalistic” traits, while dog people are more outgoing and interested in others. Previous research has also found differences between the two groups.
Cats have known this forever: they are smarter than dog owners. Whether that’s fact or fantasy depends on how much credit you give to a study of 600 students at Carroll University of Wisconsin.
The study looked at the personality traits and general intelligence of those who identified as fans of dogs or cats. Although far more students prefer dogs to cats — 60 to 11 percent — the researchers suggested that some “liberalistic” traits are more commonly found in cat people than dog people. On the other hand, dog people were more outgoing and interested in other people. “It makes sense that a person with dogs will be more lively, because they’ll want to be out there, outside, talking to people, bringing their dog,” said Professor Denise Guastello. “Whereas, if you’re more introverted and sensitive, maybe you’re more at home reading a book and your cat doesn’t need to go out for a walk.”
Although the study only involved college students, previous research has found similar results among other age groups. For example, a 2010 study found that dog lovers were more likely to follow rules than cats, which seem more interested in opportunity than obedience.
The truth about cats and dogs:
For the most part, cat owners enjoy the affection their pet gives them, while dogs enjoy the companionship dogs provide.
Though more from hearsay than fact based study, cats are said to pick George Harrison as their favorite Beatle, while dogs pick Paul McCartney.
Dog lovers are 36% more likely than cats to use a pop song as their cell phone ringtone.
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