I had dogs as a child, not cats. Then I have lived with dogs and cats but I don't consider myself their "owner".
I think that although I don't dislike pets, I don't connect with them like other people do. For example, I don't like having animals in the house. I think they should have their own space. I can go there and give them affection (or receive the affection they give me), but I would never consider them as my children.

Maybe many people don't understand me, but I am incapable of hurting them and I suffer when I see animals being abused.

If I had to choose, I prefer dogs 😉.

Have a good day 🌷