I lived with this guy who told me my friend wouldn't be allowed back if he couldn't learn to put the seat down because "women live here". Mind you, he was in his late 30's or something, but I'm just like, they have to lift it tho. It's not a big deal, just look before you sit. So good on you, cuz I don't mind putting the seat down. Also let's me know if I need to scrub the toilet.
I put my own seat and lid down because I do not like pets drinking unclean water. Also it is no fun at 3am when half asleep to accidently fall in when attempting something other than #1. And I live alone.
If I have to lift yours, you can put mine down.
(personally i don't care long as the seat is clean to touch)
Just my 2 cents.
but won't do it