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People often tend to be either a cat or dog type of person. both of them have their drawbacks and disadvantages, but in the end its really a personal choice as to which you like better. Personally i like both, having been around both since i was very young. However i think overall cats make better pets than dogs for several reasons.

Cats are on the whole a lot easier to look after then dogs, because they area lot more independent. A cat will go outside by itself and return bu itself as well, and other then needing food from you, wont bother you a whole lot unless you want it to. They are affectionate, but they wont be as pushy as dogs when it comes to it. Also they wont need you to be there constantly to keep them company, because they are generally free roaming anyway, and can look after themselves.

On another point, cats aren't dangerous whereas some dogs can be. a large dog when it gets angry for whatever reason is an actual danger to human life. A cat is too small to really do you much damage. On the flip side of this however cats aren't big or ferocious enough to guard your house or possessions from burglars. a dog upon seeing a stranger will often bark alerting the homeowners and often scaring the intruder away. Or if it has been trained as such, to attack right away.

Dogs tend to be much more needy in some respects however and they need to be walked rather then just let out to roam around. If they do get out on their own they will tend to either run away and get themselves lost. Or wander aimlessly after the smell of something that they think will taste good when they find it. A dog left to its own devices will also become lonely and will pine for you while you are away. Often taking the opportunity to destroy any soft furnishings or clothes you have left around the house at the same time.

When you do walk dogs, they will often defecate indiscriminately, which of course you have to pick up for them and put in a doggy bin. Cats in this respect go to the bathroom where no one can see them, and will often either hide or bury what they have done. This of course saves you another rather unpleasant job, and can save you from getting in trouble as well. A dog let out to go to the bathroom in a yard will drop it anywhere. A cat will hide in some bushes on on soft ground where it can be buried, which is a clear advantage to owning a cat.

Cats are of course much smaller then most breeds of dog as well, meaning that they will need less food to eat, making them cheaper. They do on the other hand need to be fixed sooner if you don't want any kittens, because of the fact that they will be around other cats when they go out. Dogs can only see other dogs if you let them, and you being there will give you greater control over the situation.

Overall i think a cat makes a better pet because of its independence and because it doesn't need as much care as dog. There are some advantages to dogs over cats, but overall i think cats are the best. They will usually live longer then most breeds of dog as well, so you can look forward to many years together.

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