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Would You Let Your Pet Choose Who You Date??

Apparently the way to someone’s heart is through their pets! A recent survey of 2,000 single Americans questioned the role their pets play in their dating lives. It seems being a dog or…

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Apparently the way to someone’s heart is through their pets!

A recent survey of 2,000 single Americans questioned the role their pets play in their dating lives. It seems being a dog or cat person is a huge advantage when looking for love!

Amber Click snuggles with the family cat, Duke

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According to the results, pets tend to be trusted over friends and family when it comes to relationships! Check out these findings!

68% of singles say their pet has the final say in who they date.

Stephen Burt and wife Jessifca Bennett photographed together with their cat

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68% of people trust their pets more than they trust their friends.

People and pets

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67% of people trust their pets more than they trust their family.

Pitbull Hulk and baby Jackson and mum and dad Lisa Grennan and Marlon Grenna

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66% of people say their pet has helped them score a first date.

Jeff Scott and his 5 yr old Pomeranian called Tiffany

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