Women More Attracted To Men Who Own Pets

Do you own a pet? If you are having a challenge dating you might need to consider owning a pet. A recent international study says that women are more attracted to guys who have pets. We find out if this holds true for people in the city.

Pets were always good companions for single folks, however, recent research shows they also might be the next best thing for men to find a soulmate. According to an international study, there are indications that owning a dog or a cat can signal to a potential partner that you possess caregiving abilities.

Women More Attracted To Men Who Own Pets

Dr Deepak Jumani, sexual health physician and counsellor says, "The sensitivity of a person is personified by his actions. Apart from physical attributes, a woman is drawn to a man due to his emotional traits like caring, compassion, concern for all, so it is true that a woman will find a man to be more attractive when he is seen to be caring and empathetic to his pets. She immediately relates it to how caring he will be with his life partner."

Symbolises compassion and empathy

Love for animals also shows that you will be a good parent, since one's success at raising a pet is equated with how good you will be as a father. Women tend to think of men as unorganised but when they see them with pets, they take it as a symbol of being kind, considerate and disciplined. Says financial adviser Kim Narang, "I was not so much into pets but when I met my current boyfriend who owns a dog, I changed my opinion. I was amazed by the way he patiently handled Bruno and all the attention and love he showered on him. I don't know about the survey, but women are definitely an emotional lot and seeing someone being wonderful to animals would tug at their heartstrings."

Using pets as a 'date bait'

While earlier, it was a blind date or group dates, pet dates seem to be the 'in' thing now with guys using their cute dogs as 'date bait'. Youngsters seem to be aware of this, as management student Rohan Shah says, "I genuinely love animals and always had a dog for company. The trick is to take the dog for a walk in the park when you know girls will be around. I have seen girls gushing over pets, especially dogs, and have often used my dog as a 'date bait'. I have trained him to be friendly to all so it helps, and I normally visit pet-friendly outlets where one can possibly get a date."

Make your love for pets public

Make this genuine love for animals your personality trait online. While using dating or matrimonial sites, it helps to mention your love for animals. This may help bring more eyeballs to your profile from like-minded individuals. You can also try sending a subtle message on social networking sites about your love for animals, dogs in particular, by posting a profile picture with your pet. It may help to share posts and pictures and show your interest in putting up strays for adoption.

A man who owns a pet works for me, since he comes across as someone who doesn't have commitment issues. A relationship with a pet, especially a dog, needs a lot of patience, continuous love and care along with emotional attachment. All of this signifies a man who is capable of loving unconditionally. For me, it is natural to be friends with people who have pets and it is an additional reason to like them — Minissha Lamba, actress