08-24-2013, 10:00 AM
Just wondering what you folk prefer? cats? Dogs? Or neither? Also could you explain the reasons behind your decision?
I love both cats and dogs but I admit I slightly prefer dogs. Cats are low-maintenance. They take care of themselves and you don't have to clean up after them usually which is fantastic. But at the same time the attachment they form to their owners is a lot weaker. Research has shown that cats will drift to a new person when they find someone who is able to better provide for their needs. In other words, cats can be a bit selfish. But I still think they're so lovable and cute and you can gain their friendship, it just takes a bit longer than with dogs.
Dogs sometimes have the opposite problem. They can become too attached and follow you around everywhere which is really sweet but can be a bit annoying sometimes when you need peace! They are also high maintenance and require a lot of attention. Feeding, walking, cleaning up after, etc. Which really takes it out of you! But they are lovable, loyal, and unlike cats they are less inclined to abandon you. They seem to show more emotion than cats too.
So I'd say I prefer the qualities of a dog ,just about. Plus dogs trust you more and seem a bit friendlier than cats. I still love cats though.
I love both cats and dogs but I admit I slightly prefer dogs. Cats are low-maintenance. They take care of themselves and you don't have to clean up after them usually which is fantastic. But at the same time the attachment they form to their owners is a lot weaker. Research has shown that cats will drift to a new person when they find someone who is able to better provide for their needs. In other words, cats can be a bit selfish. But I still think they're so lovable and cute and you can gain their friendship, it just takes a bit longer than with dogs.
Dogs sometimes have the opposite problem. They can become too attached and follow you around everywhere which is really sweet but can be a bit annoying sometimes when you need peace! They are also high maintenance and require a lot of attention. Feeding, walking, cleaning up after, etc. Which really takes it out of you! But they are lovable, loyal, and unlike cats they are less inclined to abandon you. They seem to show more emotion than cats too.
So I'd say I prefer the qualities of a dog ,just about. Plus dogs trust you more and seem a bit friendlier than cats. I still love cats though.