Go For A Cat Instead
I know many people that are considering getting a pet for
themselves or for family members of friends.
When I ask most of them what kinds of pets they are considering
they sort of laugh and say that "they are only considering dogs, of
course." I'm not sure what causes this particular response in
people, but I have done my best in the past few months and begun
speaking up for getting a cat instead of a dog.
It's true that I am a little biased about the benefits of owning
a cat over a dog. After all, I have been a cat owner since I was
three years old and I am now a cat breeder by profession. I will
attempt to keep all of my bias away as I share with you a few great
reasons why you should at least consider choosing a cat rather than
a dog for your next pet.
First, a cat is the perfect pet for many people because they
require much less work than dogs. Think about it. Getting a dog
requires someone to be home nearly all the time at least for the
first few months of owning the dog. With a cat there is no need to
potty train them, take them outside, walk them or spend endless
hours playing with them. A cat is definitely a more independent
animal and the perfect pet for more independent people. Who really
wants to be tied down with an animal that takes so much time and
attention?
Another great reason for getting a cat rather than a dog is to
have a quiet and constant companion. One of my least favorite
things about dogs is how loud and noisy they can be. Of course, a
cat will occasionally meow, but nowhere near as much noise as a
dog. Cats pretty much keep quiet and are the perfect companion for
most people. They are also great because they usually love to be
around people, so if you are looking for a pet that will be quiet
but will be near you, then the cat is the perfect choice for
you.
Cats in general take a lot less work than dogs. Talk to most cat
owners and you will hear great stories of people who love owning a
cat. So if you are thinking of getting a pet, take the time to
check out the benefits of getting a cat. See how great having a cat
can be with your stressful and busy
lifestyle.
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