According to a survey undertaken by insurance company Lemonade, 70 percent of U.S. households (90.4 million homes) owned a pet as of 2022, and 45.3 million households own a cat.Certified cat behavior consultant and author Pam Johnson-Bennett writes on her website that if you want to get a cat to like you, "allow them to make the first move.""If you've spent most of your time around dogs, you know the need for regular playtime, walking and exercise, but cats need regular activity as well."If this happens, Johnson-Bennett suggests taking a step back "if you want to build trust and develop a relationship, pay attention to the cat's body language and know when to back off before it gets to the point where the cat feels the only option left is to show aggression."Related Articles- 'Sassy' Nebelung Cat From California Wins Pet of the Week- Stray Cat With Love Heart Marking on Fur Sends Internet Wild: 'Adorable'- Owner Fearing for Kitten's Life Rushes Her To Vet, Told Cat Is 'Just Fat'Start your unlimited Newsweek trialMore from NewsweekMicrosoft Store Offers - SponsoredThe Highest Paying Cash Back Card Is Finally Here NextAdvisorThis Stock Could Be Like Buying Amazon in 1997 The Motley FoolSavvy Americans are moving their money to these banks MSN MoneyThese are the best mortgage rates in your area MSN Money"