A recent study of cat ownership in 52 countries found that Russians love cats more than anyone on the planet. In February, Dalia Research asked more than 43,000 people worldwide whether they had felines.

Which country has the most cat lovers?

Russia In real life, though, which countries have the most cat lovers? According to Dalia Research, Russia has the highest share of cat owners in the world at 59 percent. In the United States, the share of cat owners stands at 43 percent and in the UK, its 32 percent.

Who is a cat lover?

ai·lu·ro·phile One who loves cats. [Greek ailouros, cat + -phile.]

Do cats know who loves them?

The truth is, cats understand affection just like any other animal, and domestic cats might actually see us as their real-life mommies and daddies. So when an adult cat meows at you, they are doing so because they trust you, they love you, and deep down, they know you love them too.

Why does my cat like to touch my face with her paw?

Kitties also have scent glands in the bottoms of their feet that they use to claim their territory. If your cat kneads on you or touches your face with her paws while snuggling up to you, she may be putting her scent on you to show you how much she adores you, according to Animal Planet.