If We Find a Negative Relationship Between Owning a Cat

If we find a negative relationship between owning a cat and being a victim of a burglar (such that people who have cats are less likely to have their possessions stolen) , what can we conclude:

A) Thieves like cats.
B) If you have a cat, your home is less likely to be robbed.
C) If you get a cat, your home is less likely to be robbed.
D) Cats don't like thieves.