According to a study released by the University of Vienna's Konrad Lorenz Research Station and department of behavioral biology, cats tend to favor a woman's companionship to a man's.
"In response, the cats approach female owners more frequently, and initiate contact more frequently (such as jumping on laps) than they do with male owners," co-author Manuela Wedl of the University of Vienna told Discovery News, adding that "female owners have more intense relationships with their cats than do male ...
According to a new study, cats experience the greatest fondness for female owners. Cats attach to your veterinary clients—your female clients in particular—as social partners and it's not just because they want to be fed, according to research in the journal Behavioral Processes.
Mysteries remain as to why cats and women so often seem to bond well. It could have to do with the cat-baby similarities. It may also just be that the ways women tend to express affiliation match better with those of cats. Hormones, genetics and other forms of hardwiring can come into play.
While a cat's gender doesn't seem to make a difference in terms of affection, Posluns notes that studies of cat personality also suggest it has little influence on the type of relationship with their owner. But in contrast, "an owner's gender has a much more significant impact on the cat-human bond," she says.
You may have noticed that your cat, or one of your cats, favors one family member over the other. This is not unusual. Male cats are more likely to bond with female owners than vice versa. Female cats prefer male owners because they tend to be more caring and affectionate towards their humans.
So, how exactly do cats go about choosing their person? Cats prefer to spend time with people who understand their body language and around whom they feel safe. This is often the person who makes the most effort or is frequently involved in day-to-day cat care.
While a cat's gender doesn't seem to make a difference in terms of affection, Posluns notes that studies of cat personality also suggest it has little influence on the type of relationship with their owner. But in contrast, "an owner's gender has a much more significant impact on the cat-human bond," she says.
According to a study done by the nutrition company, Canadae, they discovered that the person who makes the most effort is the favorite. People who communicate with their cat by getting to know their cues and motives are more attractive to their cat companions.
Kitty doesn't like to share
Well, cats can be this way, too. If your cat is an only cat and they're possessive of you, it's likely because they've never had to share your time or attention with anyone else before. If your cat is feeling insecure, they can show you this by claiming you as theirs in front of others.
Myth: Male cats are more affectionate towards humans and bond really well with their owners. Female cats are aloof and, because of their mothering instincts, prefer other cats to humans. Reality: This usually comes down to your cat's individual personality.
To summarize, female cats can exert aggression between each other. There are many ways to avoid having a home with female cats that do not get along including adopting cats that are already known to be friendly companions, adopting kittens from the same litter and getting a cat behaviorist to help mitigate.
Don't worry too much about the gender of the cats involved. Age and temperament are the most important factors.
Female Cats Are More Independent
Even after spaying, the maternal instinct remains strong in females. While they aren't as apt to display in-your-face affection, female cats are intensely loyal and devoted to their owners.
Certain cats are more likely to be clingy and affectionate than others. For example, some veterinarians believe that male cats tend to be more affectionate overall. Of course, there are exceptions. Female cats can become extra clingy when they're in heat or pregnant. And individual personalities play a big role, too.
Females also tend to be more independent and happy to spend time alone, so a female cat can be a good choice if you'll be out at work all day and just want to be welcomed with a purr when you get home.
Sleeping with you provides them with security and an extra defense if a predator should launch a nighttime attack. They sleep with you because they trust you, they know you're not a danger and you can also provide an extra layer of defense if needed.
Orange cats were regarded as the friendliest by respondents, while white cats were labeled aloof, and tortoiseshell cats were thought to have too much "attitude."
Putting two adult female cats together can be risky. But again, it totally depends on the cats. Every animal is different. If you have an adult female cat and are looking to adopt another female, a kitten or a youngster is your safest bet.
The author writes, “Although a cat may not care (as that word is generally used) about human morals, cats can and do distinguish between good and bad people, and are excellent judges of human character and emotion.
Burmese are often considered to be the most affectionate cat breed. They love being with people at all times and crave close physical contact, making them the ultimate companion cat for a devoted family. They will follow their owner from room to room and prefer to cuddle up on the sofa or sleep in bed with them.
You're the favorite.
The reasons for this are varied, but generally speaking, it is the person who cares for them each day. This bond is important to your cat as they are social creatures that need affection and attention from their owner. By sleeping with you, it is another way for them to show their love.
Cats' favoritism is just as unpredictable and individual. Your cat's favorite person might simply be the human who plays with her the most. It could be the human that feeds her most often, or it could be someone strong and stoic who puts off a "secure" vibe. Remember that deep down, cats are animals.