[Eton TV] Cat-Like vs. Dog-Like Eyes: Which Animal Type Do My Eyes Resemble?

Cat-Like vs. Dog-Like Eyes

Which Animal Type Do My Eyes Resemble?

When it comes to determining a person's overall impression,

the shape of the eyes plays a very important role.

We often look at the people around us and say,

“you have dog-like features,”

or

“you have cat-like features.”

But are these animal-type eye shapes

something we are born with,

or are they something that can be changed?

We will take a detailed look at the characteristics of dog-like and cat-like eyes

and discuss how to create the impression you want

through changes to the shape of your eyes.

The biggest factor in distinguishing

dog-like eyes from cat-like eyes

is the outer corner of the eye.

When the outer corners turn slightly upward,

they are commonly described as cat-like,

while downward-slanting outer corners

are referred to as dog-like.

This distinction

is not an academic term,

but it is a very useful clue

when describing a person's impression

while communicating with patients.

In addition to cat-like and dog-like features,

there are also other animal types.

🦊 Fox-like features

Similar to cat-like features,

but with outer corners that turn slightly farther upward

or a lower eyelid that extends upward in a straight line,

creating a somewhat fiercer impression.

Example: Yeji of ITZY and Jennie of BLACKPINK

🐰 Rabbit-like features

Rather than the shape of the eyes,

the defining characteristic is that the front teeth are slightly visible

when making a natural expression.

Example: Sullyoon of NMIXX and Suzy

🦌 Deer-like features

The eyes themselves are large,

but the dark irises are slightly less visible,

creating a deep and moist-looking gaze.

This is because the dark irises are large,

and wearing contact lenses

can further enhance this look.

Example: actresses Go Youn-jung and Go Ara

As you can see, these various animal types

each have their own appeal,

and through eye-shape design,

it is possible to create an impression closer to the one you want.

So which type of eye shape

is considered more attractive?

Academically, the average angle

at which the outer corner of the eye turns upward is 10 degrees,

but many people find an appearance that is slightly more downward-slanting

more attractive.

Dog-like features

give a gentle and kind impression,

whereas cat-like features

give a sophisticated impression,

but can sometimes appear fierce.

Perhaps for this reason, many people with cat-like features

want to change their eye shape

to resemble dog-like eyes,

while it is rare for people with dog-like features

to want to change their eyes

to resemble cat-like eyes.

The outer corners of the eyes

can be changed considerably through surgery.

A procedure commonly called lateral canthoplasty

can be used to adjust how much the outer corners turn upward.

It is also possible to raise the outer corners,

but relatively few people with dog-like features

want to change them to cat-like features.

Of course, in addition to surgery on the outer corners,

the overall eye shape and impression

can be adjusted through double-eyelid crease design.

The angle of the double-eyelid crease

also has a significant effect on one's impression.

The greater the angle,

the stronger the impression,

while a smaller angle

creates a gentler image.

For example, if someone with cat-like features

chooses a large double-eyelid crease angle,

it creates a “strong-on-strong combination,”

which can make the impression look even stronger and fiercer.

On the other hand,

if someone with dog-like features

wants a double-eyelid crease that slopes downward toward the outside,

it may create an impression that looks overly gentle.

In conclusion,

the eye shapes associated with cat-like and dog-like features

can be changed considerably

through surgery and design.

The important thing is to clearly understand

what kind of eye shape you want.

The angle of the outer corners

can be adjusted through lateral canthoplasty,

and the overall impression can be changed

by adjusting the angle of the double-eyelid crease.

For example, for people with cat-like features,

when medial canthoplasty is performed together,

using a semi-out crease at the inner corner

can raise the starting point

and help reduce the angle.

Conversely, when people with dog-like features

want to extend the outer crease significantly,

they should be careful not to design it too high,

as this may look unnatural

or cause the double-eyelid crease to loosen easily.

To find the most beautiful eye shape

that harmonizes with your face,

it is important to have a thorough consultation with a specialist

to accurately understand the characteristics of your eyes

and the image you want to achieve.

Thank you. 😀