As ARISTOPARENTS, we love doing everything with our pets. We love traveling with them, going shopping, playing sports, sharing experiences with other parents and other furry friends in the park… We adore having them with us every day, at any time, no matter what. And as the best friends they are, they are delighted to be our companions in life and to be there for everything. And, naturally, that includes when we lie down on the sofa to watch series.
Some time ago, we told you about the presence of pets in series. Over the years, their role has gone from simply being part of the scenery, so to speak, to becoming relevant and taking on a special prominence at certain moments in series.
Well, this fact has not gone unnoticed by the people at Netflix. They are always at the forefront of everything happening in the world…, whether to introduce it on their platform or to look for some direct or indirect connection that allows them to get people talking and generate conversation. Sometimes they do this in connection with their own productions. But at other times, they approach it from a more corporate point of view. For example, when they launched The Netflix Switch in 2015, a device that helped you create the perfect moment to watch your favorite series. Or a few weeks ago, when they surprised us once again with the results of a very special survey: Netflix & woof.
Netflix & Woof gives us very interesting data about the viewing habits of adult users who watch Netflix in the company of their pets. For example, Spaniards rank fourth among the ten countries that have the most Netflix marathons with their best friends. Indians rank first, followed by Thais and Americans. Behind us, in order, are South Korea, Italy, the United Kingdom, Canada, Poland and France.
Another curious fact is that respondents who have ARISTODOGS tend to favor dramas. Narcos and Marvel – Daredevil are among their favorite choices. Meanwhile, those who have ARISTOCATS lean more toward science fiction (coincidence? We don't think so…) and choose titles such as Black Mirror and Star Trek: Discovery. Bird owners (Netflix always thinks of everyone) seem to be more cheerful or festive, since they favor comedies. Especially Orange is the New Black. And if there is one series capable of bringing us all together, felines and canines alike, it is Stranger Things. In fact, one episode of the second season managed to get us all on our feet, as demonstrated by #JusticeForMews, the hashtag that set Twitter ablaze.
In addition to this, Netflix highlights the advantages of sharing a series, blanket and sofa with our best friends. And it encourages us to do it more often. After all, our pets will never spoil anything for us; they will never betray us by watching episodes on their own —something the platform says human partners and friends do. In addition, your ARISTOCAT or ARISTODOG will never steal the remote control from you; nor will they try to impose their tastes or their pace. What they will do is snuggle up with you, pamper you and let themselves be pampered; give you peace of mind or encouragement if a scene gets difficult… In short, they are the best allies. Whether for watching one little episode before going to bed or marathoning the new season of a much-anticipated series. And besides, no matter what happens, they will never judge you for not leaving the house (as long as you take them out for walks properly, of course), for walking around in pajamas, or for indulging in popcorn or pizza. With them, everything is okay.
So, enjoy or keep enjoying your favorite series with your best four-legged friend. Just as Netflix respondents are already doing throughout Europe, the United States, Latin America, Canada, Australia, South Africa, Thailand, Türkiye and even South Korea.
