Four in five owners strongly believe that their pets have a positive effect on their mental health, helping them surpass difficult moments, and giving them daily boosts of serotonin. Sixty-seven percent of the survey participants even claimed that because they are so connected to their pets, they can read each other’s minds.
“With the growing cost of vet care in the U.S., the sad reality is that many pet parents will at some point face an expensive vet bill that could put them in a terrible position – having to choose between their beloved companion and their financial health. Our pets are there for us through thick and thin, and many pet parents would do anything to return the favor,” concluded Bastidas.
The survey also showed that people would not hesitate to bring their animal companions to the veterinary when sick, regardless of the costs. Almost one in five of the participants claim they would pay over $7,000 to save their dog or cat’s life and 53 percent would go into debt or spend any amount necessary to save their pet from immediate danger.
Such close relationships appear to characterize more strongly the so-called “Generation Z,” comprising people born in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Over 84 percent of them would include their pets in milestone events such as their weddings, and more than three-fourths are likely to get a tattoo inspired by their cat or dog.
According to a new survey led by OnePoll on behalf of Figo Pet Insurance, humans establish very deep emotional attachments and close relationships with their pets. The poll of 2,000 cat and dog owners showed that three in five Americans consider their pet a “soulmate” and would even run into a burning building to save their beloved companion.
13. In your heart, you know without a doubt that they will uphold this vow forever.
8. You learn and grow from each other, together, to become better beings.
11. While they can’t wake you up with breakfast in bed, they definitely do it with a big sloppy kiss.
10. And when you’re together, the rest of the world doesn’t exist. It’s just you and your puppers in a cosy, happy little bubble.
Yes. A dog is definitely man’s best friend. But c’mon, let’s just admit it, this is a safe space. For us, dogs go way beyond being best friends. They’re our soulmates.
Finding your soul mate in a dog might be problematic.
Are you familiar with the concept of a Heart Dog?
It’s a term that gets thrown around a lot in the dog world. Basically, it’s the idea that once in a lifetime you meet a dog and share an insanely close connection; closer than any human and dog have ever been.
It’s like your souls were split in two and became one person and one dog and then you meet and bones and roses fall from the sky, and you live happily ever after. It’s kind of the same idea as human soul mates, only with more dog biscuits.
Is your Dog your Soulmate? ❤ Signs your Dog is a Soulmate ❤
According to a new survey led by OnePoll on behalf of Figo Pet Insurance, humans establish very deep emotional attachments and close relationships with their pets. The poll of 2,000 cat and dog owners showed that three in five Americans consider their pet a “soulmate” and would even run into a burning building to save their beloved companion.
“The connection we have with our pets goes much further than just owner and companion. Our pets comfort us when we’re sad, stick by us through ups and downs and provide unconditional love like no other relationship can. Our pets are family, and while they may not be able to verbalize their affection for us, any pet parent can attest to the strength and depth of their devotion,” said Lizbeth Bastidas, a certified veterinary technician.
Four in five owners strongly believe that their pets have a positive effect on their mental health, helping them surpass difficult moments, and giving them daily boosts of serotonin. Sixty-seven percent of the survey participants even claimed that because they are so connected to their pets, they can read each other’s minds.
Such close relationships appear to characterize more strongly the so-called “Generation Z,” comprising people born in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Over 84 percent of them would include their pets in milestone events such as their weddings, and more than three-fourths are likely to get a tattoo inspired by their cat or dog.
The survey also showed that people would not hesitate to bring their animal companions to the veterinary when sick, regardless of the costs. Almost one in five of the participants claim they would pay over $7,000 to save their dog or cat’s life and 53 percent would go into debt or spend any amount necessary to save their pet from immediate danger.
“With the growing cost of vet care in the U.S., the sad reality is that many pet parents will at some point face an expensive vet bill that could put them in a terrible position – having to choose between their beloved companion and their financial health. Our pets are there for us through thick and thin, and many pet parents would do anything to return the favor,” concluded Bastidas.