Stephanie Auker Yeah because you try to get all over the cat and want the cat to be fine with a stranger touching them. Dogs like strangers (usually) cats are different. You want cats to be like dogs but they are different.
@@kimmi5419 I used to love cats then lived with an evil one for a year … after that I hated them however I seen a cute cat the other day and it let me stroke it :) I loved cats again
the woman in the green jacket explained cats perfectly! most people don't understand boundaries, even on a human level. So when they see an animal WITH boundaries, it confuses them and they label them as mean and unaffectionate (the same way they would a person who sets a boundary lol). Cats have had enough bad PR, honestly.
@Susel Unfortunately for me, my cat doesn't know what boundaries are. Which... HELP, I'M NOT ABLE TO GIVE YOU ATTENTION H24 but at the same time he's so affectionnate XD
so true! when i first got my cat my siblings kept badgering her giving her no space, always holding her even though she meowed. i gave my cat space though, i would just let her do her own thing even though i wanted to hug her so bad, would give her pets time to time if she was willing to let me , and give her food when she wanted some. i was the first person in my family that she took a liking to! she would follow me all the time in the morning when i was packing up for school and always purred against my leg. cats arent the mean monsters ppl label them out to be, they have bounderies too and you have to respect it
I've thought for a very long time that every child should have a cat at some point because they teach the concept of *boundaries* and *consent* perfectly. Some children have a hard time grasping those concepts (my daughter did) and cats really will tell you, very clearly, when they're not in the mood to be pet or played with and just want to take a nap. It doesn't mean they don't love you, they just don't necessarily want you all over them all the time. That's a very important lesson that children - and even some adults - need to learn.
Dogs need boundaries too they just express it differently dogs are more like extroverts and in an introvert so cats just don’t match with me their too similar to me also I just don’t like that they climb on everything
People need to realize that cats aren't like dogs. They don't immediately think you're the best thing ever. Cats need time for you to earn their trust and respect. Once they trust you, they tend to be extremely sweet and kind.
Yes! We genetically manipulated dogs into being devoted to us and like I love dogs but cats are honestly more like people because they're picky about who they love.
christine mendoza Not the same at all. Dogs are pack animals, they are social. Therefore it's fairly easy for them to become affectionate towards strangers. However; cats are not social creatures. In fact they tend to form a bond with only one family member and only seek THEM for affection. Just like the Bombay; they are mostly the type that only gets attached to one owner of the household. Also people make the mistake of treating them like dogs; they are not dogs. They have different needs and need to be interacted with differently. Cats are much more high maintenance. This is why people need permits for different type of animals; because most people make the mistake of treating animals all the same when really the interactions mean everything. For cats; you have to carefully watch the body language. Dogs tails wag when they are happy or excited; cats tails wag when they are uncomfortable, sick or annoyed. See the difference? Furthermore it's easy for people to grow a bond with dogs because humans and dogs alike are social creatures; so we display a lot of similiar interactions. Cats are more for the quite and peaceful type of people.
Cats are so funny. Or any animals are funny but something about cats. Are most funniest I fell like there more funny cat videos then dog videos I don’t pick sides because growing up even know I have all sorts of pets but if I had to pick what animals is the funniest it would have to be a cat. I have my own cat and there are so many times she has me dying of laughter the things she does.
Update: Malerie ended up trying to adopt Karina, but her landlord didn't allow pets. In February 2021 she adopted a cat and she has posted pictures of her on her Instagram. I couldn't find anything on Alison so if anyone has any news regarding that then let me know!
Thank you! Personally I would try anything to keep the cat I love. Even if it ment trying to sneak the cat. When you have tears like that.......you have found your soulmate and must do everything you can to keep that love.
@@glorygracek.1841 I believe things happen for a reason and if it didn't go through then it wasn't meant to be. She seems very happy with the cat she adopted though!
Cats are just mini humans. It takes time to gain their trust. They can be moody for no reason just like humans can be. They can be extremely affectionate. They want alone time but sometimes they will gladly enjoy socializing with you.
Cats are actually very affectionate, they just show it in different ways than dogs. That's what makes them special, once you bond with a cat they love you and they show it. That's what makes them special.
Blinking at a cat is like kissing it. It shows that you aren't trying to hurt them, because when a cat is preying on a mouse, it is very attentive and focused. However, to show affection, they groom and blink to each other.
Have had numerous cats in our house over the years since my bride of '75 pushed for us to adopt our first cat. I learned long ago that, while near a cat and facing it, blinking towards that cat calms them and diminishes their view of you as a threat; it puts them at ease. However @ 1:50, Alison blinks way too fast and much too hard for the proper effect. I look at cats with a lazy, almost dreamy gaze and blink slowly--not drawn out--but with a casual closing and opening of my eyelids. After a few blinks, you may notice a relaxation by the cat and you may be able to stroke it on its cheeks. I don't reach towards a strange cat (or any of our past and current (4) cats) with an open palm, which may indicate to the cat that you're about to swat it. I curl my fingers slightly and stroke them with the backs of my fingers against their cheeks very softly. They seem to accept that hand gesture over a flat, palm-forward hand. I was never a lover of cats in the beginning but, I am definitely a cat person now.
@@GeorgiaDawgAthens thanks for rhe tips. I am feeding 2, is feral and tipped, the other may just have been dumped. He meows at me and I can extend my hand toward him. I will try the curved fingers and blinkong!
Ikr. Personally, if a cat doesn't want to cuddle I won't think it's a jerk or force it. I will slowly let it adapt to me. If it never adapts, that's more than fine, it's a living being.
Cat haters: Cats aren't affectionate My husband's cat Rainbow: Goes to any of us when we are upset and starts cuddling. Sleeps next to my husband every night and jumps into his lap all the time. Rainbow is best boy
I love it! Same with my cat Binx. He always has to be on my lap or my boyfriends... if I yell ouch from stubbing a toe or something he literally comes running to my aide all big-eyed and meowing to make sure I am okay. I love him so so much.
My cat licks my hair as if it's cleaning it's own kittens. My other cat at night will come into my room jump on my bed and sit in front of my face meowing, which means she wants to get under the blanket. So I let her under and she then basically curls up in my armpit and sleeps there (While sometimes kneading into my armpit waking me up at times...oh and snoring very loudly lol) all night while under the covers.
I feel like the only reason why people really hate cats is that they expect them to act like dogs. They're different species. They're not comparable and they act differently. You can't treat a cat the way you treat a dog and expect it to like you.
Indeed. Also, a lot of people are not good with reading a pet's body language, which is crucial for cats. If a cat reacts negatively, more often than not it's the human who (unintentionally) made the cat uncomfortable, probably by invading its space.
Not exactly, usually people who don't like cats don't like how they act, just like how cat people don't really like how dogs act.. So i do NOT expect cats to act like dogs, however i prefer how dogs act which i why i wont ever get a cat. I'm not gonna buy a cat even if i know how to treat it right, i know they are completely different, which is why i don't like cats. I don't like how they are but i don't hate the species. I just prefer dogs and i don't see a problem in not liking cats as much as liking dogs.
I volunteer at a cat cafe, and they use the same system with the “sassy cats” having purple collars. The sassy ones are my favorite because they give you the chance to work for their trust. Just like a human. Cats are definitely special.
That woman in green is so smart. Dogs don't love more, they love differently. Dogs' love is a child love, while a cat's love is like a friend love which you have to work for and be smart with Edit: dang that's the most likes I ever got on anything in my life. Thanks yall
I mean, I worked for my cats affection and love SO HARD but all i got was blood and scars and pain and pee. It was really not so great and since he sadly ran away (or was stolen or idk) we never had a cat again, which is kinda sad because I really like to have a cat buddy again. Gismo (the painful-to-be-around-cat) was maybe not a cat for me, but it was't our first and all our other cats where great and sweet and not scatching anyone without a reason. Well, my mum doesn't want a cat anymore and as long as I live with her I can't have one..
And if I’m going to spend tens of thousands of dollars on bringing an animal into my life and put tons of work into keeping an animal happy and healthy, I don’t want to have to do extra work to get them to love me.
j mk Truth, I never saw myself having a cat bc I don't like that they may attack randomly but once the cat from a neighbor let me pet her belly i was like "welp, i shall now cry about not having a cat" I had multiple experiences with cats my whole life but that was one that I spent most time with (got to see her daily most of the week). I hope she's doing ok, I would go back to my last school just to get to see her everyday again. A cat lets you pet their belly is like finding a person that isn't "i hate cats/i hate birds/i hate this one animal that i had one single not very good experience so i shall tell everyone that I _hate_ all of that animal's family tree." Just like animals man, they are better than us. Anyways, I have actually cried bc I used to be 24/7 about how much I wanted a cat. Now I have a bird so not sure if it could work but alas, I shall pet all the cat's faces and play with them however they want. I have a jacket that the hoodie of it had two things just like shoe laces so everytime I'm going to one of my cousin's house I wear it bc even my bird likes it, it's a huge sucess with the pets and I take advantage of it. :) Animals are great, even tho I have a phobia of most insects, they are great too.
Woah😶 that was a really big comment😄. I also never had the "touch a cats belly and it'll tear up your hand" kind of thing. My cat was always fine with it, idk y
j mk I have a lot of feelings where cats are concerned :p but yeah, it varies from cat to cat. I've met a couple who do like getting their belly rubbed but it's less common than cats that think of it as playing. If a cat you don't know rolls on its back and shows you its belly, you're probably best off assuming it wants to play (because then if you're wrong the surprise is belly rubs rather than scratches) or asking its owner. I'm glad you had a cat who likes belly rubs though, I hope I will too some day soon
Exactly. Cats choose humans when cats trust them. Humans dont choose cats unlike dogs. Some dogs love you without even knowing you, which is most dogs. Being loved by a dog makes you feel good, but feeling loved by a cat makes you feel unique, like how you probably earned their trust.
@@studycat3033 So well said! Both animals have different ways of loving you, but that’s doesn’t mean one loves you less than the other, they just have different ways of showing it
If you want unconditional, overbearing love, get a dog. If you want love that is earned through mutual respect, genuine care AND don't like to be smothered then get a cat.
My cat smothers me & if I'm busy, he dives on my back to remind me he owns me & he's really thrilled with himself that he's up on my back or shoulder 😂.
I'm allergic to cats, and technically they can cause allergies. Like my sister when she was younger wasn't lactose intolerant but then later on she was so.....
“Cats aren’t affectionate.” Me: Having a panic attack and bawling my eyes out My cat, Willow: RUSHES over to me, making concerned chirps, presses her body against my chest and puts her purring on blast until I stop crying. But cats aren’t affectionate or loving, sure.
Fun fact: when you visit a friends cat, stay at their house a bit, if thy cat keeps approaching you and turning around, and looking at you, it means thy cat wants you to pet their back.
Same, my cat comforted me when I was crying, stood on two legs and put his paws on my tear stained faces while making sounds as if he was asking if I was OK. Then kept rubbing himself on me.
One time I fell down the stairs and started bawling my eyes out. My mum came to help me and my poor cat just kept trying to see what was wrong with me. He wouldn't leave me alone after. He died 3 years ago. He was really sweet. He used to sit in the kitchen and read my school books if I put it in front of him. My mum hated cats and she fell in love with him. He was her son.
"cats aren't affectionate" Ok then hear this out 3 years ago a girl in my old school used to bully me daily. I came home one day sat down and started crying my cat came at me and started purring. I hugged her and even tho she didn't like it she never turned to scratch me. She continued to purr and comfort me. Ppl saying that cats are evil or not affectionate are wrong if you find more about a cat she will like you. All you need to do is observe her and read the cat's body language.
@@danishsweetheart849 Well, one cat doesn't mean every cat would scratch you. Maybe you tried to pet him too hard or he didn't know you well or something.
@@dianas7429 No, he was the sweetest cat, I don’t know why scratched me. He had never done it to anyone else, unless it was in a playful way, but that wasn’t playful..
My cat lives for cuddles. Almost every cat I've ever met, I've made friends with, even if they're notorious for being grumpy. You just need to treat them like cats and not dogs.
Karina has really gorgeous green eyes. My dad and one of his neighbors didn't like cats, but when they met one of my cats, they're like "That cat's not so bad." Cats are amazing!
Thanks to humans breeding dogs to “look cute” chihuahuas are hostile and have toxic feces thanks to breeders making dogs “look cute”. And with pugs? They can barely breathe. Horrible and Inhumane
The thing is, when you blink at cats, they see it as you're telling them your trust them or that they can trust you. You know when you're in front of a predator, you won't wanna blink? Blinking can be, like, to show you're not afraid or something
@@jeniyakamille1266 Cat choose her owner. Its not the other way around. She won't be affectionate with someone they dont like, even if s/he gives them food.
My parents always said the same things about cats and I believed it. Then, after actually meeting a cat, I discovered that they perfectly match my Autistic Swag. We sit next to each other and blink while looking vaguely near each other for a little while and then is Tim by betting them and listening to them purr. Really cats just show a different way of showing affection and socializing, but the more you learn about them the more you see how sociable they are. Like, cats have special meows so they can communicate with humans. They will purr when you’re upset/anxious as a calming response for you. They’ll do things like bring you things they “hunted” or let you watch their kittens because they perceive you as one of the big hairless cats in their colony. Sure, they might not always be so all-in on pets as dogs or always seek you out to play or anything like that, but they’re very loving when you understand *how* they love.
Unfortunately I’m not a cat owner, but I love them with all my heart. It made me so happy to see those two take their time to learn more about cats and open their minds
@@rae601 Maybe yours arent. My little snuggle bbys are the best. I was probably starting and ending my usernames with "xx" the year you were born, respect your elders 😿
These ladies! Bless you for keeping an open heart! There’s nothing like the deep, intimate and personal connection an love with a cat! I have been a cat fanatic for my entire life.If I could have a house full of them I would! But right now I have my darling Bella and her little teacup BFF chihuahua , Bizkit! Together they are happy and the best playmates ever!
Me: "hello nice to meet you". Other person: "hello nice to meet you". Me: "do you like cats?". Other person: "no I hate cats". Me: "It was nice knowing you, bye".
The cat is using you as something to sleep on... Its purring because it has a nice place to sleep. It's also offloading any dirt or parasites it may have onto your clean clothing 🙉
“People may surprise you with unexpected kindness. Dogs have a depth of loyalty that often we seem unworthy of. But the love of a cat is a blessing, a privilege in this world.” - Kinky Friedman
I love that these kitties changed their perception. My mom didn’t like cats either, and then I got two of them. Now she effing loves cats! especially mine, and they love her back
As someone who has been an avid dog person for the entirety of my life, I just adopted a kitten named Milo and I. AM. IN. LOVE. 😍He’s the sweetest pet I’ve ever had and I am amazed at the love he’s shown me and it’s only been a week 😂
deadpool gamer my cat does the same thing, it means they’re either going to sniff your hand and let you continue to pet them. Or they’re going to nibble you and lick you.
I hate it when people say cats aren't affectionate - mine just jumped up onto my lap and purred and practically rubbed her head all over my hands and chest, I eventually had to move her off me because I had to stand up. Just because cats aren't affectionate with you doesn't mean they're not affectionate creatures - they display it differently to dogs. Heck, if you bond with one enough they come when you call or if you're crying and try to cheer you up.
I'm Trying My Best I had my old cat console me one time I was crying, and when I didn't stop he lightly swatted at me as if to say "I've consoled you now stop". XD he could be really cuddly but got annoyed quickly.
I'm Trying My Best I have had so many cats in my life and they always been loving, like people need to learn that cats and dog aren't freaking the same, cats are a whole other type of animal who work way differently then dogs do
The difference with dogs and cats is that you usually have to EARN a cat's affection (very well socialized cats can be very affectionate overall though!) , where dogs are usually affectionate to everyone. I personally find earning affection a lot more rewarding, it's a bit cheap to me when I see a dog running around wanting love from everyone. I still LOVE dogs, I will baby talk one and play with them, but as far as feeling a deep connection... owning a cat and learning how to bond with one has been endlessly rewarding.
True! I've always had cats in my life, never been a time when we haven't had at least two (it went up to eight once when one had kittens) so I know cats well, they're a lot more subtle than dogs, but if you know the signs, you can tell when a cat is fond of you
Yeah, I have the clingiest neediest cat in the world, he has separation issues, and he cries if I don't pick him up and cuddle him like every 30 minutes. He also hugs people around the neck, and tucks his head under your chin against your neck, it's so effing cute haha. Sometimes I wish he was a little LESS affectionate lmfao. It gets to be a lot.
This is honestly a great place for cats to be. They are familiar with the space and new people get to come into that space. The cats seem a lot more comfortable here, and the potential adopters get a better idea of what the cat is going to be like in their home!
OMG this actually made me cry. I used to be a dog person, as I just never had a cat growing up and I'm allergic so I kinda kept my distance and I didn't get them. Then I got a Siberian cat (they're hypo-allergenic and good for people with allergies) NOW I'm the biggest cat person. Cats are more complicated than dogs, you have to work harder to get to know them and connect with them, in general, but when you take the time and make the effort it's so rewarding! My cat has saved my life many times over, he has been there for me through dark times, he makes me laugh every day, he gives me so much love and affection. He is my favourite 'person' in the world. I love him more than anything or anyone in my life!
@@delancey3181 from my experience they are. I don't have one, but even stranger cats had been really affectionate with me. It all depends on how you approach them
I live how the lady said "dogs and cats show love differently" I am both a cat and a dog person. I have both a cat and a dog. They do love differently and neither way is any less affectionate. Peoples say "dog is a man best friend" but really, their love is more like a toddler, blind and unconditional. A cat is more like your bestfriend, it took time to build and continues to build with ups and downs but always strong
I dont agree with what you said. There are many stories about a cat that built up a relationship with a human that cant be broken easily. And cats are also very helpful too, they say that owning a cat decreases your risk of a stroke, and heart attack. A cat eases your anxiety. As long as you do nothing wrong, and just try to build up a relationship, thats okay.
Now this is my opinion, I think dogs and cats match with the personality of people. For example if you are energetic and love going out a dog is definitely for you, if you are calm and patient a cat is for you.
Also, dogs are aware that humans are a different species than them. Dogs behave differently with other dogs than they do with humans. Cats, however, don’t know that humans are a different species. They think we’re just big, less hairy, clumsy cats.
Nah. It's not. I'm not afraid of them I just don't like them. Besides, there are so many diseases you bring in your house with a cat. More than you do with other animals. It's proven.
Hailee DeLuca oooo how do you love with them I love cats but I’m slightly allergic too (like I start sneezing and my face starts to swell) I’m thinking of getting a Siberian in the future heard they are good for people with allergies
Shifty 14 - You shouldn’t have too much of a problem Honestly, it really won’t be that bad and after you start getting to know your cat, also learn your allergy’s limits. I don’t *not* do anything with my cats because I know what I can handle. As long as your airways do not feel restricted, you don’t have to worry about it. Personally, I try to avoid touching my face after touching my cats but if I touch anyways, it’s not a big deal. I might just get itchy. I try and avoid their wet noses because it does start a small area of hives for me. I also try not to kiss them too often because it makes my lips swell sometimes. The biggest part is that I just deal with a lot of sneezing and some irritation on my face. You also might develop a resistance as time goes on. There has never been a single month in my life where there wasn’t a cat in my household. My allergies were once a lot worse. To summarize, just get to know what are triggers for your allergy as well as what you’re willing to handle. If you’re nervous or hesitant about it, I’d suggest visiting a pet shelter/store with cats. Or even a cat cafe if you know of one. You can experiment a little and see what you’re comfortable with, as well as what cats would be good. I don’t recommend longhair cats but I think that’s a given haha
I am always a dog person and now I am both thanks to the first cat that shows me affection 😂 Once you have a relationship with a cat, it feel special. That little purr get me all the time.
Interesting how every person who hates cats has never had a cat but thinks they're mean based on bad experiences with other people's cats. Gotta understand that cats don't love every single person that walks in the room like a dog does, you have to earn a cat's love, and that's what makes them special.
Cyberael I've had a cat and I hate them. Just because they never had a cat doesn't mean they don't know how they act or whatever. I'm a dog person completely. Dog rule cats drool.
Ava Flores And? Not all cats are bad, just like how not all dogs are nice. It would be highly appreciated if you could just take a step down from your high horse, just a bit. I get that you don't like cats, but that doesn't mean dogs are superior
are you alright my Charlemagne is that way! If I'm crying hill run over to me and he'll be all concerned and he'll ask if I'm okayhe will call his head and meow in a questioning tone and sometimes put his paws on my chest around my shoulders and nuzzle me. He hates to see me upset! the only other time he does anything like this is when I sing. He loves it when I sing he'll start rubbing against my ankles and his little brother David will sing along with me lol
@@janaammari5400 You can feel love from dogs, family, friends, etc...and its more quality love...the cat will love you until someone starts feeding her more then you...
@@lagaer6554 So... my cat Archie sleeps with my sister (when she's doesn't even feeds him), meets her, when she back from school every day, because she feeds him? As I said, she doesn't. Or he tries to comfort my little brother, when he's crying, because my brother feeds him? Nope, he can't do this, because he is only a year old and cat just cares of him. What about my dad, whom Archie sees rarely? He just meets him from work every night, lies with him at the sofa and watches TV with him, because my dad feeds him? No, it's because my dad is part of his family and his dad too. I'm sure my cat loves me and loves my family not only for food. He is a part of a family. Well, he was... he loved and was loved, until he died... And I'm still talking about him in the present tense, like he's with us. Sorry. (And sorry for my bad English)
Selene Hope, I agree with one caveat. Don't get an animal you aren't prepared to take care of. I like dogs but my schedule is crazy and I don't have the time to give one the attention and exercise they require. Cats are a much better fit. Other examples-a big dog with a small apartment, cats for people who aren't prepared to learn how they think,any pet someone wants because it's trendy or a status symbol. OK, rant done, LOL.
"They're not affectionate" I wish y'all saw Cookie when he was alive :( he's the most affectionate and loving cat I've ever had. Sadly he never got to experience his first birthday :(
I love cats. I've got one at home. When she desapure, I was like: *I can't live anymore, I can't live without her.* But after 3 days, she comes back and I was so happy. I didn't belive it. Cats are very smart, soft, cute and lovely animals.
Totally not gonna shamelessly plug my business, the cat cafe is in Washington DC and West Hollywood LA. You can make a reservation to visit our kitties and learn more on our website here :) www.crumbsandwhiskers.com
No shame about that, Buzzfeed admins should have posted website in the description of the video automatically. Sometimes people just don't think. Good luck with your business
Aww the girl that likes the cat Carina is such a sweet person you can just tell and beautifull too so glad that they got a different view on cats after because cats are just so amazing. and what and awesome idea to have a cat café
One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to play with cats it shoving the toy in their face or right in front of it. Its actually *not* that the cat isn't interested, the cat has trouble seeing the toy when you do that. Cats are actually far sighted, things that are right in front of their face are blurry.
Also, they are night creatures. So most of the day they just want to sleep. It's not that they are jerks they just get more awake and active at night. Plus some cat needs are a bit color blind and prefer some colors over the other
Also if a cat rolls over and shows you their belly, it does NOT want you to stroke it, instead this is a sign of trust. A lot of people make this mistake, then blame the cat.
...have you ever noticed how good a cat massage is? ...well from a declawed cat? Mine were both rehomed to me, one as a kitten and one as a 1yr. Old, ( from families who both tried to give a grand parent or two some company as a surprise)... been so long with declawed cats, I forget not every cat is declawed, lol. With my to senior declawed cats, happy cuddly, purring and Kneading cats, do wonders formy shoulders and back when we cuddle, its amazing how cats can help and comfort you ...especially as they get older and you have had them for awhile...therapy for everyone!
Cats are like little furry people, they have to get to KNOW you before they like you. That's why so many people don't like cats,they want to come up and pet and cuddle them and cats are like "wtf?! Don't touch me there, I don't even know you dude..." but give them time and they'll be your best friend.
''You have to pay attention to how they want to be loved''
Words of wisdom
Keklol ikr
Keklol PREACH
Cats are the best
Keklol that woman knows wossup
This is true of people also.
The reason people hate cats is because people try to treat them like dogs. They’re not the same thing!
Yeah
That's fair
Stephanie Auker Yeah because you try to get all over the cat and want the cat to be fine with a stranger touching them. Dogs like strangers (usually) cats are different. You want cats to be like dogs but they are different.
And we hate dogs because they act like demons
@@stephanieauker6603 cats won't bite you till you start crying, wich drives them even more insane
One of my favorite things I've been told is that "People who don't like cats don't like things they can't control".
Yup, cat haters have a big a red 🚩
Ppl that hate cats tend to be the same ppl that hate little children
@@kimmi5419 I used to love cats then lived with an evil one for a year … after that I hated them however I seen a cute cat the other day and it let me stroke it :) I loved cats again
@@dropsmic3224 all cats have their own personality they are independent :c
@@dropsmic3224 damn your mind changes way too fast.
the woman in the green jacket explained cats perfectly! most people don't understand boundaries, even on a human level. So when they see an animal WITH boundaries, it confuses them and they label them as mean and unaffectionate (the same way they would a person who sets a boundary lol). Cats have had enough bad PR, honestly.
@Susel Unfortunately for me, my cat doesn't know what boundaries are. Which... HELP, I'M NOT ABLE TO GIVE YOU ATTENTION H24 but at the same time he's so affectionnate XD
so true! when i first got my cat my siblings kept badgering her giving her no space, always holding her even though she meowed. i gave my cat space though, i would just let her do her own thing even though i wanted to hug her so bad, would give her pets time to time if she was willing to let me , and give her food when she wanted some. i was the first person in my family that she took a liking to! she would follow me all the time in the morning when i was packing up for school and always purred against my leg. cats arent the mean monsters ppl label them out to be, they have bounderies too and you have to respect it
I've thought for a very long time that every child should have a cat at some point because they teach the concept of *boundaries* and *consent* perfectly. Some children have a hard time grasping those concepts (my daughter did) and cats really will tell you, very clearly, when they're not in the mood to be pet or played with and just want to take a nap. It doesn't mean they don't love you, they just don't necessarily want you all over them all the time. That's a very important lesson that children - and even some adults - need to learn.
Yes, they have and it’s not there fault. Humans are just so selfish,
insensitive and mean.
Dogs need boundaries too they just express it differently dogs are more like extroverts and in an introvert so cats just don’t match with me their too similar to me also I just don’t like that they climb on everything
People need to realize that cats aren't like dogs. They don't immediately think you're the best thing ever. Cats need time for you to earn their trust and respect. Once they trust you, they tend to be extremely sweet and kind.
Yes! We genetically manipulated dogs into being devoted to us and like I love dogs but cats are honestly more like people because they're picky about who they love.
approximately 47 bees ahemm...
i dont think dogs immedietly likes u either :/
both dogs and cats needs trust and respect too
i love both
u dont know alot about dogs huh?
christine mendoza
Not the same at all. Dogs are pack animals, they are social. Therefore it's fairly easy for them to become affectionate towards strangers. However; cats are not social creatures. In fact they tend to form a bond with only one family member and only seek THEM for affection. Just like the Bombay; they are mostly the type that only gets attached to one owner of the household.
Also people make the mistake of treating them like dogs; they are not dogs. They have different needs and need to be interacted with differently. Cats are much more high maintenance.
This is why people need permits for different type of animals; because most people make the mistake of treating animals all the same when really the interactions mean everything. For cats; you have to carefully watch the body language. Dogs tails wag when they are happy or excited; cats tails wag when they are uncomfortable, sick or annoyed. See the difference?
Furthermore it's easy for people to grow a bond with dogs because humans and dogs alike are social creatures; so we display a lot of similiar interactions.
Cats are more for the quite and peaceful type of people.
Dog's are gross. They only like you because you feed them.
Woman: * doesn’t like cats*
Same woman: *gets attached to a cat in a span of three days and cries about her*
That’s the power of cats y’all
How the turn tables
I wonder if she was able to adopt the cat...
@@ihyashh 💀💀
@@ihyashh ok so r/ihadastroke
@@bookowrminspace1813 hopefully.
Cat haters are either
• close minded
• expect friend’s cats to love them
• never had a cat
• had a bad experience with cats
typical dog owner tbh lmao
Amen
Cats are so funny. Or any animals are funny but something about cats. Are most funniest I fell like there more funny cat videos then dog videos I don’t pick sides because growing up even know I have all sorts of pets but if I had to pick what animals is the funniest it would have to be a cat. I have my own cat and there are so many times she has me dying of laughter the things she does.
or allergic
Had a bad experience with cats and they stink
Update: Malerie ended up trying to adopt Karina, but her landlord didn't allow pets. In February 2021 she adopted a cat and she has posted pictures of her on her Instagram.
I couldn't find anything on Alison so if anyone has any news regarding that then let me know!
Thank you! Personally I would try anything to keep the cat I love. Even if it ment trying to sneak the cat. When you have tears like that.......you have found your soulmate and must do everything you can to keep that love.
whats her @???
@@glorygracek.1841 I believe things happen for a reason and if it didn't go through then it wasn't meant to be. She seems very happy with the cat she adopted though!
@@mariacamilavega1720 well that's good to hear! 😺❤️ thx for the update
character development
Cats are just mini humans. It takes time to gain their trust. They can be moody for no reason just like humans can be. They can be extremely affectionate. They want alone time but sometimes they will gladly enjoy socializing with you.
Yeah exactly
Introverts, like introverts. Not like all humans.
cats just need to be treated with respect. they arent dogs but people get mad when they get annoyed when theyre treated like one
lol true but the only time im kind of nice is to my friends on roblox-
@@cad3nv3r73 felines.
That old woman was wisdom. "Cats teach us how to love others they way they want to be loved." Beautiful.
Zep Tepi dude chill, there's shitload amount of women here. To point one is okay lol
No, Zep Tepi is right. Totally unnecessary.
No she said the way dogs dont.
Carasaurus Wrex awe
Zep Tepi relax lmao
Woman: "I hate cats!"
Literally just 3 days later: *cries for a cat*
They say they ‘hate’ cats because they never interacted with a cat
I cried too. And I have 3 cats
Thats just the way cat is.
@@anamariaapostol
What do you call a cat who is incredibly reliable
HAPPENS ALL THR TIME
Person: " I hate cats."
Cat:" Meow."
Person:" That does it, I'll adopt you."
Getting a cat is like getting a wand in harry potter. The cat picks the person as much as the person picks the cat.
Taariq Jacobs Why thank you :D
Vayona Narekuli, if you understand them it's easy.
Vayona Narekuli Yes!
nice analogy there 😁
Yesss!!!
Cats are actually very affectionate, they just show it in different ways than dogs. That's what makes them special, once you bond with a cat they love you and they show it. That's what makes them special.
Yeah and you cant force them to pay you attention or something. The feeling of wanting to spend time with each other and cuddle has to be mutual.
Yeah people just don't think twice and think the cat hates you, I actually really like cats
You have to prove yourself to them to earn their love 😂❤️
Cats are just like people. You only show love to the ones you like and the ones who earn your trust.
True
Blinking at a cat is like kissing it. It shows that you aren't trying to hurt them, because when a cat is preying on a mouse, it is very attentive and focused. However, to show affection, they groom and blink to each other.
Have had numerous cats in our house over the years since my bride of '75 pushed for us to adopt our first cat. I learned long ago that, while near a cat and facing it, blinking towards that cat calms them and diminishes their view of you as a threat; it puts them at ease.
However @ 1:50, Alison blinks way too fast and much too hard for the proper effect. I look at cats with a lazy, almost dreamy gaze and blink slowly--not drawn out--but with a casual closing and opening of my eyelids. After a few blinks, you may notice a relaxation by the cat and you may be able to stroke it on its cheeks. I don't reach towards a strange cat (or any of our past and current (4) cats) with an open palm, which may indicate to the cat that you're about to swat it. I curl my fingers slightly and stroke them with the backs of my fingers against their cheeks very softly. They seem to accept that hand gesture over a flat, palm-forward hand.
I was never a lover of cats in the beginning but, I am definitely a cat person now.
@@GeorgiaDawgAthens thanks for rhe tips. I am feeding 2, is feral and tipped, the other may just have been dumped. He meows at me and I can extend my hand toward him. I will try the curved fingers and blinkong!
@@GeorgiaDawgAthens that’s exactly how you approach cats! 👏🏻
@@secretariatgirl4249 any update on how it’s going?
“They aren’t affectionate.”
One time I went to a cat café and I sat down and a cat jumped on my lap and stared licking me
That happened to me 😂
@@nekoshark4271 omg yay!
that means there grooming you, which means there kinda taking care of you like a cat mom does to her baby. she grooms them by licking them
@@bo0h0o80 thats cute
@@bo0h0o80 yes your right but when a cat licks you the cat trusts you so much
“People who can’t read cat body language try to pet cats”
Truuee
HONESTLY
Ikr. Personally, if a cat doesn't want to cuddle I won't think it's a jerk or force it. I will slowly let it adapt to me. If it never adapts, that's more than fine, it's a living being.
It's definitely a dance with cats.
Can't blame them if they haven't ever had cats. But yes! Body language is so important with cats. Your own body language too.
Cat: *moves bowl*
Me: "I want you."
Maeve Aitken all my cats move there food bowl. It's kinda annoying cuz you always end up tripping or kicking there water bowl.
sameee
LMFAO
same XD
Maeve Aitken OMMMMGGGG ok
Cat haters: Cats aren't affectionate
My husband's cat Rainbow: Goes to any of us when we are upset and starts cuddling. Sleeps next to my husband every night and jumps into his lap all the time.
Rainbow is best boy
I love it!
Same with my cat Binx. He always has to be on my lap or my boyfriends... if I yell ouch from stubbing a toe or something he literally comes running to my aide all big-eyed and meowing to make sure I am okay. I love him so so much.
My cat licks my hair as if it's cleaning it's own kittens.
My other cat at night will come into my room jump on my bed and sit in front of my face meowing, which means she wants to get under the blanket. So I let her under and she then basically curls up in my armpit and sleeps there (While sometimes kneading into my armpit waking me up at times...oh and snoring very loudly lol) all night while under the covers.
Bestest boy!
Hating cats is like hating happiness.
“I’m not rlly a cat person” says every cat person ever
@@ivankacallistahendarsin8916 more like every ignorant dog owner ever
I don't really like cat and even dogs but am happy :/
@@fellowresearchertalloran Lmao the fact ur pfp is cat-
@@dinariz1168 lol it a meme one
I feel like the only reason why people really hate cats is that they expect them to act like dogs. They're different species. They're not comparable and they act differently. You can't treat a cat the way you treat a dog and expect it to like you.
Depends on the cat breed, there are some who have dog-like personalities. But for most common breeds, yeah.
THANK YOU!
Indeed. Also, a lot of people are not good with reading a pet's body language, which is crucial for cats. If a cat reacts negatively, more often than not it's the human who (unintentionally) made the cat uncomfortable, probably by invading its space.
Not exactly, usually people who don't like cats don't like how they act, just like how cat people don't really like how dogs act.. So i do NOT expect cats to act like dogs, however i prefer how dogs act which i why i wont ever get a cat. I'm not gonna buy a cat even if i know how to treat it right, i know they are completely different, which is why i don't like cats. I don't like how they are but i don't hate the species. I just prefer dogs and i don't see a problem in not liking cats as much as liking dogs.
Jello_ Dog maybe because they think you're a stranger. try to adopt a cat and you'll get a different experience with them
If I worked in a cat cafe...I WOULD NEVER WANT TO LEAVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Same gurl!
Me too
Same! I’ve never been to one before but soon i will!
DISAGREEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Just playing 123 WHAAAAT!
"I hate cats"
Days later
*cries because cat is leaving*
I volunteer at a cat cafe, and they use the same system with the “sassy cats” having purple collars. The sassy ones are my favorite because they give you the chance to work for their trust. Just like a human. Cats are definitely special.
That woman in green is so smart. Dogs don't love more, they love differently. Dogs' love is a child love, while a cat's love is like a friend love which you have to work for and be smart with
Edit: dang that's the most likes I ever got on anything in my life. Thanks yall
Dogs can love you unconditionaly, but you have to earn cat's trust and love
So true!!
I mean, I worked for my cats affection and love SO HARD but all i got was blood and scars and pain and pee. It was really not so great and since he sadly ran away (or was stolen or idk) we never had a cat again, which is kinda sad because I really like to have a cat buddy again. Gismo (the painful-to-be-around-cat) was maybe not a cat for me, but it was't our first and all our other cats where great and sweet and not scatching anyone without a reason.
Well, my mum doesn't want a cat anymore and as long as I live with her I can't have one..
And if I’m going to spend tens of thousands of dollars on bringing an animal into my life and put tons of work into keeping an animal happy and healthy, I don’t want to have to do extra work to get them to love me.
@@bondfool what kind of a cat takes tens of thousands of dollars? Are you bringing a tiger into your life
People who don't like cats have never really been loved by a cat. Once they are, they understand.
I completely agree with you.
j mk Truth, I never saw myself having a cat bc I don't like that they may attack randomly but once the cat from a neighbor let me pet her belly i was like "welp, i shall now cry about not having a cat" I had multiple experiences with cats my whole life but that was one that I spent most time with (got to see her daily most of the week).
I hope she's doing ok, I would go back to my last school just to get to see her everyday again. A cat lets you pet their belly is like finding a person that isn't "i hate cats/i hate birds/i hate this one animal that i had one single not very good experience so i shall tell everyone that I _hate_ all of that animal's family tree."
Just like animals man, they are better than us.
Anyways, I have actually cried bc I used to be 24/7 about how much I wanted a cat. Now I have a bird so not sure if it could work but alas, I shall pet all the cat's faces and play with them however they want.
I have a jacket that the hoodie of it had two things just like shoe laces so everytime I'm going to one of my cousin's house I wear it bc even my bird likes it, it's a huge sucess with the pets and I take advantage of it. :)
Animals are great, even tho I have a phobia of most insects, they are great too.
Not really. I didn't like cats that much before, I got a cat, it loves me, but I still don't like cats all that much. I prefer dogs hands down.
Woah😶 that was a really big comment😄. I also never had the "touch a cats belly and it'll tear up your hand" kind of thing. My cat was always fine with it, idk y
j mk I have a lot of feelings where cats are concerned :p
but yeah, it varies from cat to cat. I've met a couple who do like getting their belly rubbed but it's less common than cats that think of it as playing. If a cat you don't know rolls on its back and shows you its belly, you're probably best off assuming it wants to play (because then if you're wrong the surprise is belly rubs rather than scratches) or asking its owner.
I'm glad you had a cat who likes belly rubs though, I hope I will too some day soon
“Humans don’t choose cats. Cats choose humans”
Exactly. Cats choose humans when cats trust them. Humans dont choose cats unlike dogs. Some dogs love you without even knowing you, which is most dogs. Being loved by a dog makes you feel good, but feeling loved by a cat makes you feel unique, like how you probably earned their trust.
@@studycat3033 So well said! Both animals have different ways of loving you, but that’s doesn’t mean one loves you less than the other, they just have different ways of showing it
If you want unconditional, overbearing love, get a dog.
If you want love that is earned through mutual respect, genuine care AND don't like to be smothered then get a cat.
totally agree
My cat smothers me & if I'm busy, he dives on my back to remind me he owns me & he's really thrilled with himself that he's up on my back or shoulder 😂.
*“They cause allergies”*
Bruh so do other animals
EXACTLY 👏👏👏
I'm allergic to cats, and technically they can cause allergies. Like my sister when she was younger wasn't lactose intolerant but then later on she was so.....
Ikr
Xx ElleGaming xX exactly
@@Vonbon0_0 But so can dogs and any other animals.
“Cats aren’t affectionate.”
Me: Having a panic attack and bawling my eyes out
My cat, Willow: RUSHES over to me, making concerned chirps, presses her body against my chest and puts her purring on blast until I stop crying.
But cats aren’t affectionate or loving, sure.
Fun fact: when you visit a friends cat, stay at their house a bit, if thy cat keeps approaching you and turning around, and looking at you, it means thy cat wants you to pet their back.
I was reading this to my mum and she was doing a cat chirping as i said it
Same, my cat comforted me when I was crying, stood on two legs and put his paws on my tear stained faces while making sounds as if he was asking if I was OK. Then kept rubbing himself on me.
One time I fell down the stairs and started bawling my eyes out. My mum came to help me and my poor cat just kept trying to see what was wrong with me. He wouldn't leave me alone after. He died 3 years ago. He was really sweet. He used to sit in the kitchen and read my school books if I put it in front of him. My mum hated cats and she fell in love with him. He was her son.
When cats purr they resonate a low frequency that heals our bodies which I think is cool
"cats aren't affectionate"
Ok then hear this out 3 years ago a girl in my old school used to bully me daily. I came home one day sat down and started crying my cat came at me and started purring. I hugged her and even tho she didn't like it she never turned to scratch me. She continued to purr and comfort me. Ppl saying that cats are evil or not affectionate are wrong if you find more about a cat she will like you. All you need to do is observe her and read the cat's body language.
Their "attitude issues" are what I love most about them. The cheekier the better
we love cheeky cats
Imagine hating an animal for acting like an animal.
Can't relate 🤷♀️
Ikr
I don't like cats bc one scratched me for no reason, and I'm allergic, and that's not fun. :P
@@danishsweetheart849 lol hahha
@@danishsweetheart849 Well, one cat doesn't mean every cat would scratch you. Maybe you tried to pet him too hard or he didn't know you well or something.
@@dianas7429 No, he was the sweetest cat, I don’t know why scratched me. He had never done it to anyone else, unless it was in a playful way, but that wasn’t playful..
My cat shows me FAR more affection that any human that I have ever met. That's a completely honest statement.
SongmakersCry same 😂 it’s sad bc my cats don’t like me that much 😂 but they are the most affectionate 😂 that means humans are worse
Thats very sad
SongmakersCry how omg. ive never met a cat that likes me. even my own cat, she hates my guts :(
SongmakersCry My one cat named Laine is super affectionate too... She’s a super sweet cat
My cat lives for cuddles. Almost every cat I've ever met, I've made friends with, even if they're notorious for being grumpy. You just need to treat them like cats and not dogs.
4:22 that girk is the real cat person no cap you can tell by her clothes and how much she talk abt cats love it!
Karina has really gorgeous green eyes.
My dad and one of his neighbors didn't like cats, but when they met one of my cats, they're like "That cat's not so bad."
Cats are amazing!
“They are too sassy”
*are y’all forgetting about chihuahuas* 💀
1 out of 300+ breeds...
@@what6100rats out of 300+ breeds, i don't like them i had to many bad experiences with them, but some of them are ok.
True even tho i am a dog person chihuahuas are demons
Nah they're just demons 😭
Thanks to humans breeding dogs to “look cute” chihuahuas are hostile and have toxic feces thanks to breeders making dogs “look cute”. And with pugs? They can barely breathe. Horrible and Inhumane
Cat people: dogs are alright I guess.
Dog people: cats are demons!!!
Reuben Searl im a dog person and i love cats
Nora Kanama No wayyy that’s sooo cooooool I never thought
lmaon ok
Nora Kanama wow mean
lmaon lol how is that mean
"Cats aren't affectionate"
Okay... So tell me why my cat purrs as loud as a bus when I go near him.
The thing is, when you blink at cats, they see it as you're telling them your trust them or that they can trust you. You know when you're in front of a predator, you won't wanna blink? Blinking can be, like, to show you're not afraid or something
Ye, blinking, especially slowly - shows a degree of trust. For cats, trust is synonymous with love.
“They aren’t affectionate.”
Me: *Looks at my cat who is purring right next to me* Uh huh....sure.
Not all cats are the same 🙂
@@jeniyakamille1266 that's what she just said
@@jeniyakamille1266 Cat choose her owner. Its not the other way around. She won't be affectionate with someone they dont like, even if s/he gives them food.
Ikr I'm giving my cat belly rubs right now and its forcing me to boop her
I have two and I don’t know which one loves me more. It takes time to deserve cat’s love, dogs are programmed to love their owner
I cried when the lady cried over the cat she bonded with since it got adopted
Same😭😭😭
♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
Me too.
Yeah, made me cry too. I know that feeling. I fostered a litter last year and died when it was time to say goodbye.
I can't believe it made me cry
My parents always said the same things about cats and I believed it. Then, after actually meeting a cat, I discovered that they perfectly match my Autistic Swag. We sit next to each other and blink while looking vaguely near each other for a little while and then is Tim by betting them and listening to them purr. Really cats just show a different way of showing affection and socializing, but the more you learn about them the more you see how sociable they are. Like, cats have special meows so they can communicate with humans. They will purr when you’re upset/anxious as a calming response for you. They’ll do things like bring you things they “hunted” or let you watch their kittens because they perceive you as one of the big hairless cats in their colony. Sure, they might not always be so all-in on pets as dogs or always seek you out to play or anything like that, but they’re very loving when you understand *how* they love.
"They're just little jerks"
Looks at my cat purring.The only jerk here is you
Me: I don’t know
Supervisor: we have cats walking around here
Me: J O B A C C E P T E D
C H E T A L E X A N D E R i'd take that job instantly!
Lol I wouldn't 😅
@@woahno5289 hi sinner
@@tasha8832 I really do not appreciate cats😂 and I do not like them. (╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻
@@woahno5289 okay, but i said hello sinner😂
I LOVE HOW THE DESCRIPTION IS JUST
"They just hadn’t met the right cat yet."
I LOVE IT
AHAHAH
lol me too
*IM WHEEZING*
Lol same
Lol
Life long dog person and switched to cats after commiting to understand their behaviors. The experience has been amazing!!
Unfortunately I’m not a cat owner, but I love them with all my heart. It made me so happy to see those two take their time to learn more about cats and open their minds
The Woman: "Cats actually teach us to love in ways that dogs don't"
Wisest woman ever.
Very wise indeed😊
@@ginabernacchi2163 i.k.r.
And dogs teach people to be loyal in way cats don’t
@@xashe_lovesx2450 I disagree
@@ginabernacchi2163 how?
Not affectionate?? Cats are cuddle masters!
No they aren’t cuddle masters
@@rae601 Maybe yours arent. My little snuggle bbys are the best. I was probably starting and ending my usernames with "xx" the year you were born, respect your elders 😿
- Simplicity I was born in 2008
@@rae601 I had my first laptop in 2008. Cant believe its been 11 years 😲
my cat sleeps on my shoulder or my face or in my arms all night long
These ladies! Bless you for keeping an open heart! There’s nothing like the deep, intimate and personal connection an love with a cat! I have been a cat fanatic for my entire life.If I could have a house full of them I would! But right now I have my darling Bella and her little teacup BFF chihuahua , Bizkit! Together they are happy and the best playmates ever!
Me: "hello nice to meet you".
Other person: "hello nice to meet you".
Me: "do you like cats?".
Other person: "no I hate cats".
Me: "It was nice knowing you, bye".
“Cats are not affectionate..”
Me: Watching this video with a cat sleeping on me purring.
i hate cats i came here to relate lmao
@@brigittaseire4717 so do you still hate cat?
Angel Flower
LOL ME TOO RN
@@brigittaseire4717 hate is a vary strong word you know
The cat is using you as something to sleep on... Its purring because it has a nice place to sleep. It's also offloading any dirt or parasites it may have onto your clean clothing 🙉
“People may surprise you with unexpected kindness. Dogs have a depth of loyalty that often we seem unworthy of. But the love of a cat is a blessing, a privilege in this world.” - Kinky Friedman
And most psychologists will say don't trust a person that doesn't like cats.
I don’t think that is true but I do believe people who hate cats need help.
I see a cat, I click
ilysmyj same AND SUP AHGASE FAM
Louise Tell hi ahgase 💚
ilysmyj same
ilysmyj sunshine Youngjae ❤
ilysmyj does it taste gud?
“They’re not affectionate”
*Every cat owner wants to know your location.*
Including me-
So true
Same
Yeah me too
Yep
I love that these kitties changed their perception. My mom didn’t like cats either, and then I got two of them. Now she effing loves cats! especially mine, and they love her back
As someone who has been an avid dog person for the entirety of my life, I just adopted a kitten named Milo and I. AM. IN. LOVE. 😍He’s the sweetest pet I’ve ever had and I am amazed at the love he’s shown me and it’s only been a week 😂
Lady: *pets cat*
Cat: *looks at her*
Lady: “SeE diD yOU SeE”
It bit her
@@Man_im_dead- its a luv bite, nothing more
jesshika a lil nibble
Goldfishes are Underrated cat owners have felt it
deadpool gamer my cat does the same thing, it means they’re either going to sniff your hand and let you continue to pet them. Or they’re going to nibble you and lick you.
I hate it when people say cats aren't affectionate - mine just jumped up onto my lap and purred and practically rubbed her head all over my hands and chest, I eventually had to move her off me because I had to stand up.
Just because cats aren't affectionate with you doesn't mean they're not affectionate creatures - they display it differently to dogs. Heck, if you bond with one enough they come when you call or if you're crying and try to cheer you up.
I'm Trying My Best I had my old cat console me one time I was crying, and when I didn't stop he lightly swatted at me as if to say "I've consoled you now stop". XD he could be really cuddly but got annoyed quickly.
I'm Trying My Best I have had so many cats in my life and they always been loving, like people need to learn that cats and dog aren't freaking the same, cats are a whole other type of animal who work way differently then dogs do
I'm Trying My Best
my cat charges towards me whenever she hears I got hurt lol ❤
The difference with dogs and cats is that you usually have to EARN a cat's affection (very well socialized cats can be very affectionate overall though!) , where dogs are usually affectionate to everyone. I personally find earning affection a lot more rewarding, it's a bit cheap to me when I see a dog running around wanting love from everyone. I still LOVE dogs, I will baby talk one and play with them, but as far as feeling a deep connection... owning a cat and learning how to bond with one has been endlessly rewarding.
True! I've always had cats in my life, never been a time when we haven't had at least two (it went up to eight once when one had kittens) so I know cats well, they're a lot more subtle than dogs, but if you know the signs, you can tell when a cat is fond of you
This was beautiful. Bless all involved.
Right out the gate. "See. Did ya' see? Did anybody see?" HAHAHA!!
People that don’t like cats just haven’t met the right cat for them.
Sorry to break the 200 likes. Truest words ever spoken.
Kelsey Petters true
people that dont like cats are sad people.
True
true.
Her: cats aren’t affectionate
My cat, who literally cannot stray more than two inches from me bc he needs love: excuse me???
My cat and her kittens that follow me everywhere including the shower, fall asleep on me, & try eating off me: “ *h u h ?*
Yeah, I have the clingiest neediest cat in the world, he has separation issues, and he cries if I don't pick him up and cuddle him like every 30 minutes. He also hugs people around the neck, and tucks his head under your chin against your neck, it's so effing cute haha. Sometimes I wish he was a little LESS affectionate lmfao. It gets to be a lot.
Brianne P yeah that is the problem. When he doesn’t get what he deems enough affection I end up with mice in my room bc he is punishing me
Haha, I can't even go to the bathroom without my cat scratching on the door!
It's a common misconception because it's been proven that cats feel emotions/ affection much like humans do. Much unlike dogs.
This is honestly a great place for cats to be. They are familiar with the space and new people get to come into that space. The cats seem a lot more comfortable here, and the potential adopters get a better idea of what the cat is going to be like in their home!
OMG this actually made me cry. I used to be a dog person, as I just never had a cat growing up and I'm allergic so I kinda kept my distance and I didn't get them. Then I got a Siberian cat (they're hypo-allergenic and good for people with allergies) NOW I'm the biggest cat person. Cats are more complicated than dogs, you have to work harder to get to know them and connect with them, in general, but when you take the time and make the effort it's so rewarding! My cat has saved my life many times over, he has been there for me through dark times, he makes me laugh every day, he gives me so much love and affection. He is my favourite 'person' in the world. I love him more than anything or anyone in my life!
Thats a fluffy cat you have 😊
_”They’re not affectionate”_
**Excuse me what**
I see imallexx
They are not most of the time but okay
Elizabeth V. Well that probably is based off a personal experience but k.
@@delancey3181 My cat is but okay
@@delancey3181 from my experience they are. I don't have one, but even stranger cats had been really affectionate with me. It all depends on how you approach them
I live how the lady said "dogs and cats show love differently" I am both a cat and a dog person. I have both a cat and a dog. They do love differently and neither way is any less affectionate. Peoples say "dog is a man best friend" but really, their love is more like a toddler, blind and unconditional. A cat is more like your bestfriend, it took time to build and continues to build with ups and downs but always strong
I dont agree with what you said. There are many stories about a cat that built up a relationship with a human that cant be broken easily. And cats are also very helpful too, they say that owning a cat decreases your risk of a stroke, and heart attack. A cat eases your anxiety. As long as you do nothing wrong, and just try to build up a relationship, thats okay.
Elizabeth Shaw sure i guess
Now this is my opinion, I think dogs and cats match with the personality of people. For example if you are energetic and love going out a dog is definitely for you, if you are calm and patient a cat is for you.
Also, dogs are aware that humans are a different species than them. Dogs behave differently with other dogs than they do with humans. Cats, however, don’t know that humans are a different species. They think we’re just big, less hairy, clumsy cats.
Unknown Name welp
Great opener! “ did you see?, did you see?, did anybody see?” Lol
i love a good character development, and i love the fact that one of the girls actually wanted a cat in the end :’)
I feel so sorry for these people, imagine not liking cats... That's sad
Nah. It's not. I'm not afraid of them I just don't like them. Besides, there are so many diseases you bring in your house with a cat. More than you do with other animals. It's proven.
Not sad at all. I'm allergic to cats and I'm actually quite happy being a dog person sooooo, to each their own but it's definitely not sad. lulz
Brenanas - Your loss! My mother and I have severe cat allergies but we own two sweet shorthair cats🙂
Hailee DeLuca oooo how do you love with them I love cats but I’m slightly allergic too (like I start sneezing and my face starts to swell)
I’m thinking of getting a Siberian in the future heard they are good for people with allergies
Shifty 14 - You shouldn’t have too much of a problem Honestly, it really won’t be that bad and after you start getting to know your cat, also learn your allergy’s limits. I don’t *not* do anything with my cats because I know what I can handle. As long as your airways do not feel restricted, you don’t have to worry about it. Personally, I try to avoid touching my face after touching my cats but if I touch anyways, it’s not a big deal. I might just get itchy. I try and avoid their wet noses because it does start a small area of hives for me. I also try not to kiss them too often because it makes my lips swell sometimes. The biggest part is that I just deal with a lot of sneezing and some irritation on my face. You also might develop a resistance as time goes on. There has never been a single month in my life where there wasn’t a cat in my household. My allergies were once a lot worse.
To summarize, just get to know what are triggers for your allergy as well as what you’re willing to handle. If you’re nervous or hesitant about it, I’d suggest visiting a pet shelter/store with cats. Or even a cat cafe if you know of one. You can experiment a little and see what you’re comfortable with, as well as what cats would be good. I don’t recommend longhair cats but I think that’s a given haha
U didn’t hate cats, u just didn’t understand them
BlackAsteroid i do hate them fr tho
Happy_Yana why?
Happy_Yana why?
Cause u havent bonded with one yet once you do you realize there amazing
Happy_Yana why?
I am always a dog person and now I am both thanks to the first cat that shows me affection 😂 Once you have a relationship with a cat, it feel special. That little purr get me all the time.
I think people who hate cats are controlling because every cat have a personality you need to give them space and learn to respect boundaries
Interesting how every person who hates cats has never had a cat but thinks they're mean based on bad experiences with other people's cats. Gotta understand that cats don't love every single person that walks in the room like a dog does, you have to earn a cat's love, and that's what makes them special.
Cyberael I've had a cat and I hate them. Just because they never had a cat doesn't mean they don't know how they act or whatever. I'm a dog person completely. Dog rule cats drool.
Ava Flores And? Not all cats are bad, just like how not all dogs are nice. It would be highly appreciated if you could just take a step down from your high horse, just a bit. I get that you don't like cats, but that doesn't mean dogs are superior
Preach
Ava, it's the other way around. Cats don't drool, dogs do that. And yes, cats rule
Yas
Whenever I cry my cat comes and comforts me she hugs me and lays beside me
are you alright my Charlemagne is that way! If I'm crying hill run over to me and he'll be all concerned and he'll ask if I'm okayhe will call his head and meow in a questioning tone and sometimes put his paws on my chest around my shoulders and nuzzle me. He hates to see me upset! the only other time he does anything like this is when I sing. He loves it when I sing he'll start rubbing against my ankles and his little brother David will sing along with me lol
@@coralbete7507 CUTE 😃
I can tell bye your profile picture
My cat is just like "Yo hooman where's mah food"
@@cursedcat9557 HAHAHA LOL
0:01 GURL SHE/HE WASNT EVEN GONNA BITE U SHE JUST MOVING HER HEAD SO UNPET HER HEAD BAHHAAHHAH
You can literally see it open its mouth though
😂😂 the introduction got me saying oooh honey you know nothing about cats!! Not affectionate 🤔
I hate it when people ask me if I like cat or dogs. I LOVE BOTH. WHY CANT I CHOOSE BOTH
Exactly
Liar
Me too
SAMMMEEWE
Same 😂
"I hate cats because they're not affectionate"
The problem is probably you, not them.
Yes, so true. People just hate things they don't understand.
@@pavornocturnus1145 Since you dont understand people who dont like cats for different reasons, you hate them then?
Cat Lovers.. intolerant people as usual
@@janaammari5400 You can feel love from dogs, family, friends, etc...and its more quality love...the cat will love you until someone starts feeding her more then you...
@@lagaer6554 So... my cat Archie sleeps with my sister (when she's doesn't even feeds him), meets her, when she back from school every day, because she feeds him? As I said, she doesn't. Or he tries to comfort my little brother, when he's crying, because my brother feeds him? Nope, he can't do this, because he is only a year old and cat just cares of him. What about my dad, whom Archie sees rarely? He just meets him from work every night, lies with him at the sofa and watches TV with him, because my dad feeds him? No, it's because my dad is part of his family and his dad too. I'm sure my cat loves me and loves my family not only for food. He is a part of a family.
Well, he was... he loved and was loved, until he died... And I'm still talking about him in the present tense, like he's with us. Sorry.
(And sorry for my bad English)
3:05 perfectly captures the moment a cat chooses its owner...that look...you can't resist it!
How can you NOT love these cute creatures
But even if they were not cute id still love em
no one:
cat haters: tHeY'rE nOt AfFeCtIoNaTe
I only liked cause I'm a cat hater
Just playing 123 why do you hate cats?
😭
Suhaa Xoxo that’s only because you’ve never met a dog
Suhaa Xoxo it’s there opinion yea cats are super cool and I love them but you know
Cat or Dog it doesn't matter as long as you feel the bond. 😁
Beautiful!~
//claps//
Hi- Mi Thank you!
Selene Hope, I agree with one caveat. Don't get an animal you aren't prepared to take care of. I like dogs but my schedule is crazy and I don't have the time to give one the attention and exercise they require. Cats are a much better fit. Other examples-a big dog with a small apartment, cats for people who aren't prepared to learn how they think,any pet someone wants because it's trendy or a status symbol.
OK, rant done, LOL.
Selene Hope THANK YOU, FINALLY SOMEONE WHO UNDERSTANDS
Cat. Dogs are dirty, greedy, noisy, agressive, smelly and destructive.
"They're not affectionate"
The extremely nice stray cats in my neighborhood who cuddle with humans 24/7: 👁👄👁
I love the girl doing the blinking and how much things changed there.
It has *cats*
It has *food*
*Take me to this Heaven*
*MEOW!*
WildLicorice me too I NEED TO VISIT IT NOW
WildLicorice
YASSSS!!!😍🐱😍🍰😍
WildLicorice instead of "NOW" you should have said *MEOW*
i hope i'm wrong but looks similar to a peadophile symbol! means boy lover :(
crumbsandwhiskers.com/
"They're not affectionate"
I wish y'all saw Cookie when he was alive
:( he's the most affectionate and loving cat I've ever had. Sadly he never got to experience his first birthday :(
Oh my god sorry for your loss dude RIP COOKIE
😐
nO..oH no.
😐
Sorry for your loss
What happened to him (Cookie)? Was he sick?
He’s in a better place
Nooo, I'm so sorry 😢
I love cats.
I've got one at home. When she desapure, I was like: *I can't live anymore, I can't live without her.* But after 3 days, she comes back and I was so happy. I didn't belive it.
Cats are very smart, soft, cute and lovely animals.
Personally I don’t understand how you can hate a cat. I adore them
Totally not gonna shamelessly plug my business, the cat cafe is in Washington DC and West Hollywood LA. You can make a reservation to visit our kitties and learn more on our website here :) www.crumbsandwhiskers.com
Chetan Singh nice business keep it up
No shame about that, Buzzfeed admins should have posted website in the description of the video automatically. Sometimes people just don't think. Good luck with your business
Very nice idea! I wish there were more catcafés!
Chetan Singh im hoping we can bump your comment to the top somehow
i would love to open a cat café in my hometown.
Did Malerie end up adopting Karina? (I need to know, for emotional reasons)
Don't you mean a _Catfé_ ???
I'll escort myself out the door now, tyvm
Annabeth Chase love this ❤️
WASSUP KPOP FAMILY (XD YES samee)
Annabeth Chase No, no, 't'was funny. 😁
The cat cafe on Vancouver is called Catfe
Sorry in* Vancouver
I love cats and dogs. They both teach you to love in different ways.
Aww the girl that likes the cat Carina is such a sweet person you can just tell and beautifull too so glad that they got a different view on cats after because cats are just so amazing. and what and awesome idea to have a cat café
One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to play with cats it shoving the toy in their face or right in front of it. Its actually *not* that the cat isn't interested, the cat has trouble seeing the toy when you do that. Cats are actually far sighted, things that are right in front of their face are blurry.
Most of the cats I work with just want to be pet anyway, so there's that.
Also, they are night creatures. So most of the day they just want to sleep. It's not that they are jerks they just get more awake and active at night. Plus some cat needs are a bit color blind and prefer some colors over the other
That is true
Stephan Ginther I guess that’s why she likes playing chase with me huh
Also if a cat rolls over and shows you their belly, it does NOT want you to stroke it, instead this is a sign of trust. A lot of people make this mistake, then blame the cat.
This is the people who love cats
👇😽
Julian Ratilla only nine sad
Cats should burn
@@simmyk7070 no 😂 it's 1,6 k
194? Ok
BTS army girls you are wrong 581
...have you ever noticed how good a cat massage is? ...well from a declawed cat?
Mine were both rehomed to me, one as a kitten and one as a 1yr. Old, ( from families who both tried to give a grand parent or two some company as a surprise)... been so long with declawed cats, I forget not every cat is declawed, lol.
With my to senior declawed cats, happy cuddly, purring and Kneading cats, do wonders formy shoulders and back when we cuddle, its amazing how cats can help and comfort you ...especially as they get older and you have had them for awhile...therapy for everyone!
1:22 "um Excuse me ma'am you didn't put my bowl in the right spot"
Cats are like little furry people, they have to get to KNOW you before they like you. That's why so many people don't like cats,they want to come up and pet and cuddle them and cats are like "wtf?! Don't touch me there, I don't even know you dude..." but give them time and they'll be your best friend.
AEDIVINE I Read That As "Cats Are Furries"
Frost The Raccoon well technically yes.
AEDIVINE that was the best analogy ever
Poison Ivy I know right
I'm not particularly fond of cats, I think they are ok.
But all cats I've met at peoples houses seem to like me off the bat.