Wednesday, January 11, 2017

How Cat And Dog Ownership Differ

By Robin Setser


It seems like most people you meet are either partial to cats or dogs. These are the two most popular types of pets in any household, which means that there's going to be a debate over which one is better. Needless to say, this is entirely subjective, since everyone holds unique views. What might not be as well-known, though, are the differences between cats and dogs. Here are just a few talking points that future pet owners should recognize.

According to companies the likes of Assisi Animal Health, cats and dogs have different personalities. Of course, there will be differences between animals, meaning that this isn't true across the board. For the most part, however, cats tend to be more independent and, at times, distant toward their owners. However, dogs are more outwardly affectionate, earning themselves the title of "man's best friend." This is just one of many talking points worth going over.

Eating schedules differ between cats and dogs, too. On one hand, dogs only require a certain amount of food each day, meaning that food bills are not going to be as high as you might think. On the other hand, since cats cannot burn fat as effectively as their canine counterparts, they require more food by comparison. What this means is that the eating habits between both animals aren't the same. Keep this in mind when deciding on which animal to bring into your home.

The ways that cats and dogs are exercised differ, too. Domesticated cats are usually not accepting of the outdoors, which means that indoor play will be required. Fortunately, this can be done with a number of toys, feather wands and the classic yarn balls included. Dogs, on the other hand, should be walked on a regular basis. Not only does this serve as a form of exercise, but it allows the animals to share quality time with their owners. Simply put, cats and dogs don't exercise the same.

With all of this information in mind, you might want to know if cat or dog ownership is better. To put it into simplest terms, there's no one right answer, since both situations are so different. It comes down to preference. Regardless of the endeavor you choose, you should know that it's advantageous toward you. Not only will it help you become more responsible, but the fact that it will offer a sense of peace when you come home cannot be ignored.




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