20 Dads Who Have a Soft Spot for Their Furry Friends

Women are generally more “touchy-feely” than men in public, according to behavioral scientists. But interestingly, when it comes to pets, the nurturing and cuddly personalities of the gents are revealed. And they have less inhibitions when it comes to showing affection — like petting, hugging, and even kissing their dogs, for example.

Based on these 20 photos that Now I’ve Seen Everything has gathered, science seems to be correct in saying that men and their pets truly share a special bond.

1.“Two years ago, I told my husband I wanted to foster tiny kittens. He said if I brought one kitten into the house, he would leave me. We are now up to over 25 kittens saved.”

2. “I will NOT be raising that dog.”

3. “Awww, she keeps crying, can’t she just sleep with us?”

4. “Their first reunion after 6 months”

5. “My dad fixing my car with a little helper”

6. “No, I do not want a poodle.”

7. Look who decided to switch beds with his cat.

8. “He has daily ’daddy/daughter time,’ which includes about 5 minutes of him holding her to watch the birds on the feeders.”

9. “My dad, who hates cats, built bunkbeds for my boys.”

10. “I introduced my dad and dog to Game of Thrones. They’re on season 3.”

11. “Dad: ’Look, I’m teaching her high-five!’”

12. “My dad takes Yuki sailing and talks to her wherever they go.”

13. “Don’t get a dog. It’s going to shed everywhere.”

14. “My dad never wanted a cat, and look at him now.”

15. “Get these puppies out of my house.”

16. “He brings him luck.”

17. “In 7 months, we’ve progressed from ’We’re not getting a dog, period,’ to this.”

18. “Dad with his 3 kittens.”

19. “One of my dogs hugging my dad in the morning”

20. “’I don’t want a dog. I don’t like dogs. If we get a dog, I’m not taking care of it.’ Here he is 2 days after we get the new puppy.”

Do you have a picture that shows the bond between dads and pets? Please share the photos with us in the comments!