Shock number of Gen Z that prefer spending Valentine’s Day with pet than partner revealed

HALF of Gen Z would alternatively walk Valentine’s Day with their favored than their partner, a canvass found.

And a 4th of adults nether 27 accidental their animals amusement them much affection than their important other.

One successful 10 successful the property radical besides similar their pet’s manners.

The Burns Pet Nutrition survey recovered astir fractional of Gen Zs bargain a Valentine’s acquisition for their pet, with 1 successful 10 spending betwixt £50 and £100.

In contrast, astir 1 4th of Gen X (aged 45 to 60) get presents for their furry friends, portion a specified 12 per cent of Boomers bash the same.

Pet nutritionist and ­veterinary advisor Emily Boardman said: “It’s truthful bully to spot however overmuch joyousness pets bring their owners.

“Whether it’s a cosy nighttime in, a walk, oregon a peculiar treat, pets are stealing the spotlight this Valentine’s Day!”

Separately, a survey by the Kennel Club up of Crufts adjacent period recovered astir fractional of each canine owners would similar to walk clip with their favored than connected a date.

The Kennel Club said: “For many, determination is nary emotion greater than the 1 they stock with their dog.”