We asked our Twitter followers to weigh in on a very important question: Cats or dogs – and why? Here’s what they had to say. Join the conversation.
* samblak: Dogs. mostly because Cats suck. – getting straight to the point
* lillypuddig: cat of course!! they are independent creatures that train you you dont train them…they are a joy to get to know
* YosemiteSteve: Cats are lower maintainence, more diverse personality types, less inbred.
* wyldkyss: Dogs! Dogs are always happy to see me, cats often don’t care what the human is up to unless it involves food or annoying you.
* thancrus: it’s entirely dependent on the person. Cats r more independent & dogs generally r more dependent. Go with what fits
* Princess_Mo: i’m partial to both cats and dogs, but my family are dog people so i’m representing the cat people. :)
* creativedc: well, duh – DOGS!
* sm_carter: Dogs! W/ science & history making the strong case that the dog is the only animal to domesticate itself case closed
* futuristicplans: Cats. Because if I don’t say cats, my cat will make me pay dearly.
* lortz: depends on your personality and lifestyle. i have a cat.
* heatherleanne: When Timmy was stuck down a well, did Whiskers the cat get help? No. It was Lassie, son. Recognize.
* ABrandNewWorld: Cats a very low maintenance. Just rub their bellies and feed them. They’re my fav.
* cunningpike: Cats. Not only are hey are easier to look after in practical terms but unlike dogs their affection is a conscious act
* Tripawds: Why of course I’m partial to dogs being a better pet, especially if they’re a Tripawd!
* grandciel: I love both. A cat and dog “own” me, but at least the cat doesn’t eat its own poop.
* BadPitBull: cats are so much easy but dogs are so loyal there is only one option. Have both.
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I agree with BadPitBull: have both! They are both great in their own special ways.
Agree with above! We travel with both, and it makes them rely on each other. It’s still a love-hate (lick and hiss?) relationship, that’s because they have their own unique characters that make them individually adorable.
They are both great animals! You should own each to realize the best of cats and dogs. They are more alike than different.
whatever you choose, try to save a life from a shelter. the animals love you so much for giving them a second chance that you always get a great pet. I always rescue, and they end up rescuing me right back with love!
No question about it for me: dogs, by a mile. Why? Well, for example, no one’s ever heard of a RESCUE CAT, have they?
I’ve had cats and they were great but I’m for dogs. Definitely dogs. Dogs are eager to go anywhere as long as it’s with you. What’s not to love.
I’m with wyldkyss here. I own two cats, but that’s partially because my parents are mostly cat people. If it were up to me, I would get us a dog. It’s gratifying and pleasing to see a friend and companion greet you when you come home from a day at work or school or whatever and feel like you just can’t take anymore. A cat doesn’t do that unless it wants to, and not many do (1 cat out of approx. 15 I know did). On the other hand, a dog will come up and comfort you in any way it knows how and soon it doesn’t matter what happened; he’s there for nothing else but you and wants nothing more than to love and be loved in return.
CATS. CATS. CATS. They are the far superior animal, no question, no doubt, no argument. People who have dogs seem so needy, just like dogs, and they seem to demand to be worshipped by dogs who are also so needy and willing to grovel, a disturbing circle. Cats show their love in a dignified, classy way, dogs are goofy and neurotic. Cats provide comfort, love and blessedly quiet companionship. Dogs drool. Cats simply rule.
I love both cats and dog (I used to have plenty of both when growing up), but if I was to have a pet of my own, it would be a cat. Everyones entitled to their own opinions, but I think that cats get a lot of bad press for no reason. They are indeed very capable of affection. My dad’s cat joins him for his evening walk every day and doesn’t eat for days if my dad is out of town!
And for those saying cat’s can’t save lives, google it up! And also check out this cool story I came across:
http://english.peopledaily.com.cn/200601/04/eng20060104_232711.html
They are both my favorites in their own different ways. I hope to never have to choose between having one over the other.
cats and dogs are so kind,but I brefer donky hahahaha
ALL CATS anD DOGS are Gifts (Angels) from God to enrich our lives and look after us..and its ALL of our responsibility to look after them..especially the poor strays and shelter babies!!Kitty Kisses and Doggie Smooches are the best thing in the world!! BTW,who needs these Eek-Harmony and Matchyersocks.com..You will find the love of your life at your local shelter or a stray!!! The girl in my life just came in to my life as if from nowhere(I suspect God was involved!) she was a stray and they do make the most wonderful compnions!! She will never have to go out again!! Peace and Love–!RJ
Cats, definately. Dogs ae loving and playful but there are times when you just want to relax and they don’t seem to get that. And I don’t find dogs cuddly, at all. I’d rather hug something soft and purring than something boney and slobbery.
Cat! i grew up having cats…Dogs seems to hate me i been chase and bitten before.
what websites I can use to do my reseach on why are they more alike than different dog and cats?