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One in Three Pet Owners Open to AI Dating

7/19/2025

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A recent MetLife Pet Insurance survey uncovered a surprising trend: one in three U.S. pet owners would consider dating an AI version of their furry friend. Millennials led the charge with 34% expressing interest, while 24% of Gen Z and 33% of Baby Boomers followed suit. Interestingly, 40% of owners think their pets would be a "walking red flag" if they were human!

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A recent MetLife Pet Insurance survey uncovered a surprising trend: one in three U.S. pet owners would consider dating an AI version of their furry friend. Millennials led the charge with 34% expressing interest, while 24% of Gen Z and 33% of Baby Boomers followed suit. Interestingly, 40% of owners think their pets would be a "walking red flag" if they were human!