Cat owners do you agree: if your cat doesn't like someone you probably shouldn't like them either?

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Cats are great judges of character.

ohsheeT · Accepted Answer

I am allergic to cats or I guess I was some people at the house next door to me and they moved in and they had a cat and the next day the cat was in my house I have a little doggie door that I've never ever put the sliding door back into it anyway every single day I would take that cat back to the owner and every day I get home from work that cat would be in my house laying on my couch as if it was her couch and I guess we came to an agreement that I would keep the cat because the cat was never going back home it was always coming back to my house

Lliam · Accepted Answer

I'd say that's true for dogs, but I'm not sure about cats. It could be true for some, though.

Our two cats don't trust anyone but us. They hide when people come over. LOL It even took them a few days to accept us.

I've known lots of cats who are more curious, though. And some will seek attention from anyone. Some will even gravitate more to people who don't like cats and rub against them or try to sit on their laps.

I love cats. They all have different personalities.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Not a cat owner, but my best friend had this old cat. She warned me when I went to visit her new house that this cat would probably hiss at me and not want to be petted by me because he did this to her husband all the time. So when I got there I just sat on the couch and didn't pay it attention even as it glared at me, but after about 15 minutes, it came over and stepped over me multiple times, then came to rest in my lap and let me pet him. My friend was in shock. Well, her husband is now her ex, and I'm still her friend, soooo....LOL

DizzyDesii · Accepted Answer

I disagree with that. I’m not a cat owner nor cat lover but i’ve dated cat men and they often said their cats were territorial and would act harsh towards company, mainly female company because they knew their owner would be distracted from giving them attention. Some husky owners said the same. Either way, i’m glad the guys didn't “listen” to these pets

Peter_Penetrator · Answer

Cats and women have a little in common with each other. A cat has to take their time to decide if a stranger is a threat or not. Once a cat has seen you are not a threat; then it will jump up in your lap.

Dogs and men have a little in common with each other. Most dogs that have been treated right by humans will run straight for you wanting your love and attention without hesitation. Now, if you kick that same dog; he doesn’t want anything to do with you and then will move on to someone that isn’t a dog hater.

Even a tame cat is still a little feral. They don’t need us humans to survive. Just like any other wild animal will keep their distance. But because cats have been domesticated it doesn’t take long for them to warm up to humans.

However, if humans never interact with a new born kitten; that kitten will grow to be completely feral.

Siri137 · Answer

Cats generally don't like anyone except the person they've become really attached to, my sister's cat being a good example of this. The cat likes me - a lot - but not her. Dogs are better judges of character, and I say this as someone who actually prefers cats.

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

We trust our pets.

If our cat, our dogs, our birds, our rats (Yes, you read that right!) and our spiders acted strangely in the presence of a visitor they don't like, that means they have a bad vibe about that individual.

nitsuj86 · Answer

I think any woman that bases who she hangs out with around her cat is a walking red flag.

Get a dog like an adult lol.

Cats seem to like me, and I don't really like most of them. So is that them being a good judge of my character? I'd say they are bad at judging if people want to pet them or not.

Hard to say. I'd say I'm kind of an asshole to most people except the ones I care about.

msmissydc · Answer

Yes, I agree. If its actual dislike be super careful around that person and dont tell anyone there were no signs. Be careful not to interpret: "I dont think you are important so I am just going to ignore you" from your cat, as a dislike though.

Jendcheuebc · Answer

It’s so funny. My cat (male cat) hated all my boyfriends I had during school. Bit them even after I warned them to not pet him. But then I had a guy friend who was gay and my cat loved him and would sit by him on the couch. He didn’t like guys he perceived as a threat, cuz he wanted me to himself 😂

silvermoon84 · Answer

Yes, though that alone wouldn’t be a dealbreaker. I remember my mom telling me that the cats she had before I was born hated my father. I won’t disclose all the details about their marriage or my mom’s divorce but the cats ended up being right. Short answer as why: he turned out to be an abusive deadbeat.

lightbulb27 · Answer

they judge sub conscious intent.

but as well, can be possessive of their owner. your cat may not like any male coming around... to take their perceived... mate.

some cats are weird because their owners are weird... consider that as well:)

Effably · Answer

More of a dog person but I lean towards yes. Most of the time when someone turns out bad for you, pets did not like them. Of course there may be a confirmation bias.

I trust a dog, nor sure about a cat, to have my best interest at heart. And will at the very least think twice if a pet dislikes someone.

RavVid · Answer

My cat likes everybody. He can be upstairs having a nap and hears the footsteps of a friend and he'll belt downstairs to greet them at the door.

He has unreservedly shown liking for everybody who has come inside my apartment including the tradies.

So he doesn't show much discernment.

mstbooblover · Answer

Odds are high for the cat's instinct to be worth being taken into account. On the other hand, a cat doesn't like people gesticulating wildly and talking very loud. Some good people are like that, and the cat's reaction is the result of too much noise and wild movements.

purplepoppy · Answer

No. Cats are naturally wary of people and it's more likely they just smell a dog on you. Dogs being pack animals are much better at reading little signs a person can't be trusted.

kylee2437 · Answer

Nah. Cats are often jealous animals and they will hate on a human being if they feel like the human being is replacing them in theory. I went over a guys house before and his female cat did that to me , meanwhile his parents cat and dog adored me.

YesterdaysChild · Answer

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provokeesmokee · Answer

I would say yes... But my cat is a needy, social dumbass who let me abusive mother pet him. He doesn't know good from bad, wall from no wall. He is big dumb.

Red_Arrow · Answer

I like birds. Hummingbirds are wonderful to watch. But cats try to sneak up on every bird and kill them. Dogs don't, so I prefer dogs.

DextroShade · Answer

My cat doesn't like anyone else, so no I don't agree. I wonder how many women have passed up suitable men who would have been good husbands to them and will end up dying alone because their dog or cat didn't like them.

legalboxers · Answer

people suck, and if I had a cat, and it didn't like you, I would take my cats opinion

jshm2 · Answer

It's a fucking animal, you should not be taking social queues from one.

rachel776 · Answer

if my cat liked anyone i would be worried about my cat

Juxtapose · Answer

My oldest cat is scared of everyone but me pretty much but my youngest cat would be a better judge. If she doesn't like someone then they probably give off really bad vibes for her.

motownplayer2000 · Answer

Cats have horrible character themselves. They are the worst of domestic animals and yes I’m involving snakes and spiders in that

Bricealan · Answer

Oliver would run and hide at first, but would warm up to you.

Dinosaursandanime65 · Answer

Hmmmmm…. Well it is definitely a factor to consider but factory resetting your opinion to hate mode is kind of wacky. More wacky than a Wacky Pack kids meal.

anon1903 · Answer

I'm great judge of character myself. Don't need a cat bossing me around.

exitseven · Answer

Yes, my cat was a g reat judge of character. He could sports a phony a mile away.

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

Yes, that is a point and it could be a possibly true.

HaveNoName · Answer

Nice !! Now i know who they are meeting first when they come with the guy to ask for my daughter's hand.

PointTaken · Answer

Yes I agree. They always have been a great judge of character. Yet I don't really like people anyway.

DarkLegacy · Answer

Cats are obviously not a good judge of character, dogs are.

TacosRAwesome · Answer

Depends on the cat. If the cat is social yes. If it hates everyone, then no.

Anonymous · Answer

Animals are better at judging humans than most humans are.

pethouse · Answer

No, some cats like people and some cats don’t, my cat Luna doesn’t go to anyone but me

HippieVeganJewslim · Answer

My cat Kira pretty much hates everyone, so definitely not. I try to love everyone.

Jackblue · Answer

Cats don't like anyone, for a cat you are there to feed them and clean their litter box

MountAverage · Answer

I'm sorry, but anyone who actually believes this is insane.

Wise4myage · Answer

No, not necessarily. Some cats need time to warm up to people.

Anonymous · Answer

I ask this with all the respect but are you joking when you say cats are a great judge of character or do you really mean it?

Sparkie460 · Answer

I go more by my dogs judgment. My cats don't like anyone. They hide when people come over.

msc545 · Answer

Absolutely agree. My cat Allister is a great judge of character.

Anonymous · Answer

Agree that is why I take my cat every where I go, so the cat can let me know if I should like some one. The cat knows.

Anonymous · Answer

No, animals are stupid and cats are jerks themselves

Jltakk · Answer

Wanted to own the strays I care for but the folks hate cats.

DJB72 · Answer

Cats don't have owners. They have staff.

Blackcupcake · Answer

agreed!! even tho I don’t currently own a cat…

collie22 · Answer

My kitty likes people

loveslongnails · Answer

Sort of. I have one cat who likes everyone. LOL

JohnK123 · Answer

No my cat is just always scared lol

alice55 · Answer

100 % agree

Abdulwahh · Answer

No i think that would be immature

Speedygonzalezx · Answer

Cats are right always haha

MementoMori777 · Answer

I guess

cosmosis181 · Answer

Absolutely.

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