Cats and introverts are two peas in a pod. As an introvert, I feel cats are my spirit animal. I have a special affinity with them. We have three cats (Ellie, Olive and Peeps.) We enjoy spending time together and then we go off and do our own thing. It’s a perfect relationship. They crave time alone to recharge as much as I do.
I thought it would be fun to share some interesting facts and trivia about cats in this blog. As well as some surprising similarities between introverts and felines. I hope you learn something new about these wonderful furry introverted creatures!
benefits of a human-cat bond
- Research has found that the human-cat relationship makes both humans and cats happier.
- Cat owners are healthier psychologically.
- Good for our hearts and help reduce the risk of having a stroke.
- Being exposed to cat’s in childhood reduces the risk of allergies, pneumonia and bronchiolitis.
things you may not know about cats
- Research is being done that shows that cats bond with their owners the same way children do. Through personality mirroring. They may absorb and mirror some of our personality traits.
- Cats have physical traits that are similar to infants. This is known as “baby schema,” facial features like small nose and mouth, big forehead and large head and eyes. These cute physical traits enhance our want to take care of them.
- They are the only mammal who can’t taste sweetness
- They can jump up to six times their length
- Cats have an extra organ that lets them taste scents in the air. Have you ever seen them stare with their mouth open? They are actually tasting something in the air when they do this.
- They walk like camels and giraffes, they move both of their right feet first and then both of their left feet. No other animal walks like this.
- These furry friends sleep between 12 and 16 hours per day.
- Cats have 100 different vocalizations, dogs only have 10.
- Cats mark you as their territory.
similarities between cats and introverts
- Neither cats or introverts are too jazzed about having people in their space, especially strangers.
- We both prefer spending time with one or two of our favorite people.
- Cats and introverts both enjoy spending time alone.
- We both thrive on routine and predictability.
- It takes introverts and cats awhile to warm up and get to know people.
- We are both very picky about who we allow into our inner circle.
So, as you can see cats and introverts really are two peas in a pod. A dog may be man’s best friend, but a cat is definitely an introvert’s best friend! Take care and I hope you have a puuurfect day!
I would love to hear from you! Please let me know what you think in the comments!
Please check out some of my other blogs!
- 7 Quotes Curated by an introvert
- Introverts and Cats: Two Peas In A Pod
- why you should teach your child mindfulness
- Insightful Quotes By Introverted Musicians
- How the age old philosophy of ikigai can help you find happiness
To receive new blog notifications subscribe below!
It would mean a lot if you shared!