There is a lot of social debate about the personality
differences which set cat and dog people apart. Scientific
results are inconclusive, and where specific patterns exist,
the differences are often attributed to the behavioral
differences of the two animals. Despite that, there are some
logical questions that can determine whether you would be
better suited for a feline companion or a canine.
Do You Want a Loyal Companion?
Cats tend to be more solitary than dogs. Cats are more active
at night, and dogs are daytime creatures.. It is rare to find
a cat that will allow you to put it on a leash, while dogs
adjust to the idea quite quickly. Convincing a cat that it
wants to be available at your slightest beckoning is
difficult, while a dog is anxious for you to call it's name.
Companionship Considerations:
Dogs are obedient and submissive.
Cats are independent and aloof.
Dogs are more aggressive.
Cats are indifferent or shy.
Dogs are typically larger and less coordinated.
Cats are smaller and more graceful.
This is not to say that cats are not great companions. When a
cat wants to be petted or cuddled, it can be insistently
loving. But, cats are not waiting around for you to notice
them, while dogs seem to relish the slightest bit of
attention. A cat is happy to play alone with a ball, while the
dog would rather you participated in a game of fetch.
What is Your Pet Environment?
Except for small dogs, canines require more care and
maintenance. Cats are happy with a litter box and are more
finicky, while most dogs need to be taken outside, and are
willing to help themselves to table scraps. Because of these
differences, a dog person should be enthusiastic about
spending more time interacting with their pet, while a cat
person should be willing to accept that the cat wants and
expects very little interference.
There is also the consideration of pet hygiene. Both types of
pet need to be groomed regularly, including clipping their
nails. Dogs need to be bathed regularly or they will develop
an odor. Cats clean themselves regularly and need human-
assisted bathing only on rare occasions. Flea and tick
prevention was once the major reason for giving your cat a
bath, but there are products on the market today that
eliminate flea shampooing for both species, unless you simply
wish to use it.
Allergies and Phobias
More people are allergic to cat dander than a dog's. Whether
they enjoy cats or not, those people may require medication in
order to be exposed to their cat on a regular basis. A dog
will roll in foul-scented things, while a cat will not. By
nature, cats are hunters and dogs are scavengers, and even the
best of breeding will not remove those traits from the animal
because it is an instinctual part of their existence.
Attraction is the Final Test
The ultimate factor of whether you are a cat person or a dog
person is which one you find more appealing. This has nothing
to do with behavior or dining habits, and everything to do
with your personal tastes of what you are attracted to. It
could be something as simple as the fact that most cats take
up less room on the bed at night, or that dogs give you a
better sense of security. Many people choose to have the best
of both worlds, but most choose a side and become fixated on
the notion.
This article was written by Son M. Ferguson, courtesy of Bay
Area Pet Store, Alameda See Spot Run. Visit their site at
AlamedaSeeSpotRun.com to keep up to date on in store
promotions and happenings.
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