LOVE YOUR CAT? HERE ARE THE TOP US CITIES FOR CAT OWNERS
Source: CBS8 (Extract)
Posted: July 28, 2024
More than 28 million homes across the country have at least one cat, according to U.S. News and World Report.
SAN DIEGO — A recent report has ranked San Diego as one of the top cities in the United States for cat owners.
According to U.S. News and World Report, San Diego is the seventh most popular city for cat parents. The publication’s top 10 list includes six western cities, highlighting a significant number of cat owners in the region.
More than 28 million homes across the country have at least one cat, the study says.
Full list
1. Los Angeles
2. New York
3. Chicago
4. Brooklyn
5. Seattle
6. Philadelphia
7. San Diego
8. San Francisco
9. San Jose
10. Portland
Why?
The study found that densely populated cities such as Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago rank high for the number of cats. It notes that apartment living, common in large cities, makes cats a more suitable pet than dogs due to their size and independence.
- According to U.S. News and World Report, cats are especially appealing to busy “urban dwellers” because they are generally considered independent pets.
- Larger cities often host cat-friendly events. In San Diego, cat enthusiasts gather at the San Diego Cat Fanciers Cat Show, which highlights the beauty and agility of cats while also offering educational talks and adoption opportunities.