Cat v. Dog

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Cat v. Dog

Many households occupy pets. Deciding on a pet can be a difficult

decision. The majority of the time people tend to choose either a dog

or a cat for their pet. There are many similarities as well as

differences between a dog and a cat. However, the differences

outnumber the similarities and usually serve as the deciding factor

between the two.

With either a dog or a cat, there will be a new addition to the

family. Much responsibility comes along with this new member. Both

depend on their owner entirely for food, shelter, and affection. The

dog and the cat require a great deal of time. Both a dog and a cat

expect daily attention. Owner loyalty is an advantage to having a dog

or cat. The dog and the cat will become good companions with their

owner. Both become attached to their owners and vice versa. A dog or

cat owner should be prepared for the loss of his or her pet. Both a

dog and a cat can become an inconvenience to clean up after. Shedding

hair on particular breeds is a hassle with both. Much like a child,

they are known to get into things and create unwanted messes. The

owner must watch where he or she allows his or her dog or cat to roam.

Both the dog and the cat can be inside or outside pets. A future cat

or dog owner should take in account the size of his or her home and

make sure that it can accommodate his or her new pet. Expenses are

another issue with a cat or dog. Veterinarian care is at least

required annually. Other health issues may be unavoidable and should

be expected. Depending on the size of the cat or dog and the brand an

owner chooses, food can be another cost. Whether or not an owner

wishes...

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...og seem to relish in the simple

pleasures of life that humans overlook. A dog wants to play endlessly.

A dog will retrieve a stick all day. A dog is never content with the

amount of time that itsowner gives them. A cat seldom wants to play

and is satisfied with a minute of batting at a dangling fake mouse. A

dog is also a great exercise partner, as long as its owner is willing

to follow behind a dashing dog.

Once the differences and similarities become apparent to a future dog

or cat owner, the decision is easy. One should choose a pet that is

compatible with his or her lifestyle. A dog and a cat are both great

additions to any family. Taking a life into one's hands is a important

commitment and should not be taken lightly. After the decision between

a cat and dog is made, it is easy to fall in love with the new pet.

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