Statement

Veterinarian Mean1 Response (S.D.)

General Population Mean1 Response (S.D.) n = 1172

P-Value

Cats require socialization

1.96

(1.13)

n = 189

3.12

(1.60)

0.0000

Cats need mental stimulation

1.51

(0.96)

n = 189

2.90

(1.65)

0.0000

Cats need exercise

1.48

(0.88)

n = 189

2.61

(1.70)

0.0000

Cats are easily distressed by disruptions (noise, change in routine or caretakers)

2.05

(1.19)

n = 186

3.06

(1.58)

0.0000

Disruptions to the cat’s routine can result in sickness or behavior problems

1.85

(1.02)

n = 189

3.15

(1.56)

0.0000

I seek out information on cat health

2.06

(1.33)

n = 189

4.35

(2.14)

0.0000

I seek out information on cat behavior

2.31

(1.42)

n = 189

4.40

(2.15)

0.0000

It is easy to see when cats are in pain

4.65

(1.59)

n = 188

3.71

(1.64)

0.0000

It is important to alleviate pain in cats

1.50

(1.06)

n = 188

2.64

(1.72)

0.0000

It is more important to address cats’ physical needs than their behavioral needs

5.10

(1.52)

n = 187

3.88

(1.57)

0.0000