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Cat owners donate more money than dog owners

13 hours ago
  • #charity
  • #pets
  • #personality
  • Cats and dogs have been competing as human companions for millions of years.
  • Dog owners are often seen as more social, while cat owners are viewed as more introverted and open-minded.
  • Cat owners donate slightly more to charity than dog owners, and more frequently.
  • A study analyzed 63 million donors and 788 million transactions totaling nearly $70 billion (2013–2022).
  • Cat owners donated about $80 more than dog owners on average.
  • Openness, a trait more common in cat owners, is linked to higher charitable giving.
  • The findings could help marketers target audiences more effectively.
  • Cat owners challenge stereotypes by being more generous donors.