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.
It is true that there are people out there who are out of control on their financial spending in regards to their pet.This is the case for many due to the amount
Especially when, according to the American Pet Products Association, out of 73 million pet dogs, 31 million are classified by their owners as “mutts”.
Word count includes Annotated Bibliography. Throughout the world, there are many different countries that contain diverse cultures, religions, and lifestyles. There are however certain aspects within these countries and cultures that act as a common ground between one another. One dominant aspect is the existence of dogs within these cultures.
"AVMA Policy Statement on Declawing of Domestic Cats." DVM: The Newsmagazine Of Veterinary Medicine 38.8 (2007): 16. Academic Search Premier. Web. 9 Dec. 2013.
Cats can be very lazy but dogs are not very lazy. Dogs can be fun and active while cats just like to sleep most of the time . Dogs are very smart and cats aren’t super smart dogs can find there way back home cats don’t really remember where they live by heart.Cats aren't that helpful dogs are helpful because when people can't do something or have a disability dogs will help those people.
I have never considered that a book about a dog could be so appealing and full of deep thoughts. But I changed my viewpoint after reading the autobiographical novel “Marley & Me” written by John Grogan which depicts an astonishing story about the neurotic and loyal, clumsy and loving dog named Marley. In fact, as the author mentioned in some interviews, he intended to write the “dog story”, but soon after he realized that it was impossible to do so without including the family life [2]. That is why the title “Marley & Me” encapsulates the main topic of the book such as the relationship between a human and a pet. To start with let me introduce main characters: John, Jenny, and Marley.
The cat is a household pet his life is good. He never has to do any
A growing number of studies have attempted to support the theory that cats and dogs differ in their personality attributes. Several common factors have emerged across these studies, such as difference among social behaviours. Higher levels of dominance and hostility have been reported among domestic cats (as cited in Fonberg, 1985). Not surprisingly, domesticated dogs are higher in submissive behaviours (as cited in Marder, 1989). Woodward et al. also reflect upon previously held theories of companion animal attachment that suggest attachment is mediated by the needs of the owner and the characteristics of their pet.
... and faithfulness that cannot be found from any other source. Even the most hardened of hearts can be touched by a cold wet nose or a comforting snuggle. Pets seem to be able to recognize and adapt to many of the conditions placed on them in our human environment. They can provide the sense of companionship, and love that is lacking in regular human relationships.
I have a love for cats. Ever since I was a teenager I always wished for a cat of my own. When I moved in a three story apartment in California, the Manager of the complex said that cats were allowed in the units. I mentioned to my Aunt at the time that I was searching in the newspapers under advertisements for cats wanted. One cool breezy evening, my Aunt called me and said that a friend of her's named Judy had a cat named Katie who did not get along with her other two cats. So I agreed to meet with Judy to see if I'd love to adopt Katie.
I could be concocting my very best homemade Pad Thai, with shrimp money bags, and none of it was as impressive or as interesting as the furry cat on the couch, not to mention the personal escort to and from the car to the door from the sweet, polite, black lab outside. But I can't really blame my guests, for Charlie and Vegas' cute faces and gestures worked their magic on me as well. And more times than not, they got what they wanted in life. After losing Charlie in a car accident, and Vegas being returned to its rightful owner, I decided to get a new cat.
When you’re choosing which pet to get, think about your situation at home and how much free time you have during the day. In today’s household, 36% of them have dogs and 30% of them have cats (U.S. Pet Ownership Statistics). This statistic shows that cats and dogs are the most popular pets and it can be tough to decide which one to get. People that aren’t home a lot shouldn’t get a dog because a dog needs to be played with everyday to keep it health and happy. A cat would be the better choice for someone that is busy a lot because cats wonder and do their own thing, but they will always come back to their home. If you have small kids at home, four or younger, consider getting a cat. Cats are a lot calmer and would be safer around young kids. A dog has a lot of energy and even though they are just trying to play, they could hurt a young kid many different ways. Another thing you need to think about is the size of the animal that you want. All cats are about the same size and there all lap animals. Dogs come in all different sizes; some are small like cats but others are very big. Even though there are small do...
There are many reasons to get a pet. You could choose to get a pet for a companion, or simply to add to your family. Many older folk choose to get a pet after they retire or lose their spouse so they do not feel lonely. Many young couples choose to get a pet before they opt to have children, and many families add a pet to their home for their children. The question is though, what type of pet to get? Do you get a cat, or a dog? Having a dog as a pet over a cat is much more enjoyable and beneficial to your life, specifically because of their behavior, convenience, and loyalty.
There are the many differences and similarities between the most popular household pets, dogs and cats. These pets really do make a wonderful addition to the family; but, before you decide on which pet to bring home think about the different attention, grooming care, and bathroom usage for each of these pets, to make sure you are able to provide proper care for your pet. Having a pet is a lot of hard work, but in the long run it’s very
They are pack animals, which means people should spend lots of time with them, so they do not get lonely. A dog goes woof, bark, growl or howl, which is the complete opposite of a cat. The canine group also has a defined social status, and they strictly determine their order of rank. The deciding factor in dogs is the tail and how high they hold their tail is how they determine pack position. If one dog meets another dog, and one holds its tail up, it that indicates it is the of the higher social class. Another noticeable difference between dogs and cats is that dogs are usually much bigger than cats. Dogs are also somewhat smarter than cats in the area of verbal command. For example, one can call the dog by name and usually it will come to, unlike a cat. Also, one can train dogs to do a trick on command. Some of the most commonly seen tricks for dogs are roll over, fetch, shake hands, sit down, lie down, and play dead.