What is the cat gap?

The "cat gap" refers to the phenomenon where there is a disparity between the number of cats in shelters and the number of people adopting them. Despite the high population of homeless cats, many potential adopters overlook them in favor of other pets, particularly dogs. This gap can be attributed to various factors, including misconceptions about cats' behavior, preference for dogs, and a lack of awareness about the benefits of adopting cats. Efforts to address the cat gap often focus on raising awareness and promoting cat adoption through campaigns and education.