Personalities Of Self-Identified “Dog People” And “Cat People”
Summary By: Faunalytics | Published: August 12, 2010
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This study analyzed the difference between “dog people” and “cat people” on the “Big Five” personality tests.
Using an online survey to analyze “Big Five” personality dimensions between self-proclaimed “dog” and “cat people,” researchers found that dog people scored higher on Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Conscientiousness, but lower on Neuroticism and Openness than cat people.
The differences identified between “dog people” and “cat people” remained significant even when controlling for gender-based differences in companion animal ownership rates. This paper further examines the possible sources of personality differences and identifies key questions for future research.

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Citations:
Samuel Gosling, Carson Sandy, Jeff Potter, Anthrozoos, 2010 United States (National)
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