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Philly is among the most popular US cities to own a cat – NBC10 Philadelphia

Philly is among the most popular US cities to own a cat – NBC10 Philadelphia

A new study shows that the City of Brotherly Love is one of the best places for cat lovers.

According to US News and World Report, Philadelphia is the sixth most popular city in America for cat owners.

Researchers studied local pet insurance rates, the cost of living in the area, and the lifestyle options available to people living in the city. These factors seem to make Philadelphia the purrfect place for people and their furry friends.

“To give you an idea of ​​the popularity of cat ownership in different areas, we analyzed a database of registered cats in the U.S. to determine which cities have the most cats,” the report said.

Cities with high population densities, such as Los Angeles, New York City and Chicago, ranked at the top.

“This may be because apartments, which are common in these cities, are seen by some as more suitable for cats than dogs due to limited space,” the study said. “Some apartment dwellers may be more likely to adopt a cat — although many people simply prefer feline companions.”

The report also claims that more than 28 million people in the US own at least one cat.