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When looking for a potential life partner, we’re always watching out for traits that make them stand out in a unique and positive way. Recent studies have found that men and women who own dogs tend to be more social, active and thoughtful, all super important traits when it comes to the dating world. Owning a dog teaches you how to care for another being which, in turn, helps develop your character as a person.
Read on for eleven great reasons to date a dog owner.
Social: Canines are very social animals who enjoy meeting others, group play and exploring with friends. This is why people that choose to own dogs tend to be more social and easier to get along with. Studies have also shown that dog owners tend to be more extroverted then cat owners or those with no pets. Whether it means doggie play dates at the park, pet sitting for your best bud’ or taking your dog to the local cafe, there’s no doubt dogs help dog owners stay social and more involved in their local community.
Active: Those that own dogs have been found to be more active than those who own a cat or don’t own a pet at all. When owning a dog, there are times where you’ll be woken up at the 5am for the daily jog. No use complaining about it, your pooch needs you to take him out, he’s depending on you. This is all apart of caring for your dog and in turn, this is how they keep us positive about being active. Dog owners are constantly looking for new and active things to do with their dogs to ensure their needs are being met.
Responsible: Caring for any animal is a process that requires a great deal of patience and commitment. Many dog owners know the feeling of having to leave early from a nice dinner with friends because the dog must be doted on. Putting another’s well-being above your is an admirable quality that requires time and practice to achieve. A dog owner get plenty of practice in this area with their pooch.
Thoughtful: When owning a pet, you suddenly have to think about more than just yourself. Being keenly aware of someone else’s needs and wants is all of a sudden very important. For many pet parents, a specific weep, bark or stance can signal the exact problem or need. Somebody who has learned to be so attuned to their pup’s behaviour will most likely transfer those skills to their human relationships.
Playful: Dogs are social and very playful creatures. Have you ever tried to ignore a pup when they’re wanting to play with you? Chances are you had a pretty difficult time! Dogs are well known to bring out the playful side from even the most introverted types and when you’re a dog owner, this is even more so the case.
Forgiving: For anyone who’s ever owned a puppy, you’ve come to understand that accidents do happen. Whether they’ve chewed up socks, peed on carpet or destroyed your designer shoes, a puppy owner definitely has to learn to be okay cleaning up a fair share of mess. What you learn in the process is that despite life’s mishaps, what’s more important is that the pup is happy, healthy and continues to grow and learn from his mistakes. This attitude is both healthy and important in every human’s everyday life
Loyal: When you’re a pet parent, you can’t help but feel slightly undeserving of how incredibly devoted our dogs are to us. Being on the receiving end of such unwavering loyalty makes pet parents more likely to want to give that back to their friends, family and partners. They value the importance of loyalty and its place in a relationship
Easy Going: The old saying “it’s a dog’s life” shows that they are just happy to be alive. This attitude is absolutely contagious and most dog owners are either are laid-back in nature or quickly pick up this ‘cruisy’ attitude from their pooch.
Love Life: Dogs tend to live entirely in the moment. Someone that chooses a pup as their companion usually values a dog’s approach to life or shares the same approach. In a world where anxiety runs high and people are constantly stressed about money and work, having someone who knows how to enjoy life becomes all the more important.
Solid companion: The majority of dog owners find comfort in the companionship they have with their dogs. This means that they are open and willing to share their life with someone else. This openness means that dog owners have the tendency to be great companions themselves simply because they understand the importance of it better than most.
Conscientious: Dog owners were shown in studies to have a higher tendency to be self-disciplined, to aim for higher goals and to complete tasks efficiently. This reveals that dog owners tend to be reliable people that are aware of their surroundings. Who wouldn’t want someone like this by their side?
