Isis,
Men, being the lesser of the sex () are frequently afraid to show their feelings or interact with beings who cause them to actually HAVE feelings. Cats, women, small animals, children, etc,. for example.

It takes a big man to kiss a cat in front of his friends. It also takes a big man to admit they actually DO love someone.

Look for the bigger men. They come in all shapes and sizes and sometimes don't even know they're a bigger man. They just need to be given the chance.

However, that said? Trust your animal's reactions. If they don't like him, dump him. Immediately, no ifs ands or buts.

Christine