The veterinarian explained the reasons for the similarity of pets and their owners

The choice of a pet often reflects the nature and habits of the owner: active people prefer energetic dogs, while calm people prefer cats or fish. Taisiya Ilyina, a veterinarian and expert at Valta Pet Products, told Izvestia on June 9, noting that the similarity between a pet and a human increases over time.

The relationship between temperament and choice

The choice of a pet is rarely accidental. Often, future owners subconsciously look for pets in which they recognize their own habits and behaviors. For example, active people who love movement and travel usually prefer energetic dog breeds such as Labradors, huskies or Jack Russell Terriers.

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For those who prefer tranquility, British cats or aquarium fish are more suitable. The veterinarian noted that active owners may also like Bengal or Abyssinian cats that can turn any object into a game.

Psychological and external similarities

Over time, the similarity between the owner and the animal may increase, as pets read the emotional state of a person. If the owner behaves alarmingly, the animal also begins to show caution in new situations. On the contrary, calm owners have pets that adapt more quickly to unfamiliar surroundings.

It is noteworthy that the similarity often manifests itself in external features. According to Ilyina, people subconsciously choose animals with features that seem familiar to them. For example, women with long hair are statistically more likely to have dogs with long ears.

Mistakes when choosing a pet

The expert calls choosing an animal based only on its appearance or popular videos on the Internet one of the main mistakes. A funny image may not correspond to the real nature of the breed, which will lead to difficulties in living together. For example, beagles or ferrets require special attention because of their curiosity and tendency to make independent decisions.

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Ilyina stressed that before making a final decision, it is important to correlate the needs of a particular breed with your real lifestyle. Life with a pet lasts for many years, so the comfort of the owner and the animal depends on the coincidence of their temperaments.