Study: Gay & Bisexual Couples Owned By Dogs Have Stronger Relationships

A new study by pet-sitting company Rover.com found gay and bisexual couples say their relationships are stronger as a result of adopting dogs.

• 56% said having a dog meant that they spent more time together

• Those gay/bi couples also see dog ownership as a greater commitment to their other half than setting up a joint bank account

• 21% of gay and bi couples were more likely to have a “pet-nup” in place versus just 12% of straight couples

Over a third of all respondents – gay or straight – said they would not date anyone who was not a self-confessed “dog person.” True dat. There were also a few downsides noted to having a dog:

• 17% of couples said they had less sex because their dog now shares the bed with them

• A third said they leave the house separately so there’s always someone home to take care of their pup