Things to ask your Valentine's Date to know if they're real pet lovers

But how do you know if your date is an actual pet lover? Especially if it’s someone who’s not a current pet parent?

For pet parents, not liking pets can be a real dealbreaker. Plus, we want to argue that liking pets should be on everyone’s dating checklists. Pet lovers are known to be compassionate, flexible, and great at taking care of others. But how do you know if your date is an actual pet lover? Especially if it’s someone who’s not a current pet parent? 

Here are a few questions you can ask your Valentine’s date! 

• Did you have a pet growing up? 

Even if your date doesn’t currently have pets, their relationship with a childhood pet can shape their outlook! 

Green flag: If they start lighting up and talking more once they bring up their family pet 

• Are you a dog or a cat person? 

This can say a lot about a person, and can be a great compatibility check! 

Red flag: If your date says they’re a no-pets person. 

• What do you feel about pet-friendly malls or restaurants? 

Your date’s answer here can also be an indicator of how your date views pets in general! 

Red flag: If your date says they’re uncomfortable having animals in their space 

• What do you think is the hardest part about having a pet? 

It’s good to know whether your date takes pet ownership seriously. Will they see a pet as a part of the family or just animals? 

Green flag: If your date gives a thoughtful, nuanced answer 

• If you met my pet and they didn’t like you, what would you do? 

This might be the most crucial question! Even before you consider introducing your date to your pet, it’s smart to gauge how they’ll approach the situation. 

Green flag: If your date takes your question seriously and mentions ways they’ll keep trying with your pet (could be a good sign that they’ll keep trying with you too!)

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