The Psychology of People Who Love Cats

The animated series Koo Psychology explores the behavioral science behind why some people prefer living with cats over dogs while debunking common cultural stereotypes. The narrator also discusses how certain human personality traits align with the quiet deliberation and companionship of cats, and how this connection can soothe the nervous system, creating a sense of safety.

Using research-backed insights, we break down the psychology of cat lovers, examine the most common personality traits of cat people, and explain why many cat owners value quiet connection over constant stimulation.

The narrator likens these personalities to those who prefer to stay at home, needing quiet rather than chaos, which is an environment perfect for cats.

If you’re drawn to cats, it doesn’t mean you’re distant, cold, or disconnected. It means you’re wired for subtlety, for presence without pressure, for connection that doesn’t demand constant output. Your system settles in environments where nothing is forcing you to be louder, faster, or more available than you actually are. Cats don’t ask you to perform. They don’t test your loyalty. They don’t confuse intensity with intimacy. They simply exist with you.

The Psychology of Those Who Prefer to Stay at Home

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.