I've had a lot of pets since my father died, and there seems to be a certain trend that I've been noticing. Cats that I have been around for more than a few days seem to bond to me much faster than they normally would to other people. They love me unconditionally, let me pick them up when they normally do not like so, etc. They also are more tolerant of others when I am around. However, when I leave, their personalities seem to change. This has happened with several cats and a few dogs, and I'm curious as to whether this is an ownership thing, or whether your guardian could actually influence your pets.
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Summary:
Is it just me, or do animals act different when you're around than when you're not there?