January 19, 2016
Marilyne Marc-Lavache
Professor : Susan Houts
Room: 225 Why cats are better companions than dogs
We all know that common saying that ‘’A dog is a man’s best friend.” Even though that saying may contain some truth, but dogs are not the only animal friend whose companionship people enjoy, including myself. For many people, a cat is their best friend. Despite what dog lovers may believe, cats make excellent house pets as they are good companions. They are civilized members of the household, and they are easy to care for.
In the first place, people enjoy the companionship of cats. Many cats are affectionate, and that goes for my cat fluffy. They will snuggle up with you and ask to be petted, or scratched under the chin. Who can resist a purring cat? If they are not feeling affectionate, cat are generally quite playful. They love to chase balls and feathers, or just about anything that dangling from a string. They especaially enjoy playing when their owners are participating in the game. Contrary to popular opinoin, cats can be trained to avoid unwanted behaviors or perform tricks. They are smart and adjust to variety of situatuions.
In addition to being such great companions, cats are civilized members of the household. Unlike dogs, cats do not bark or make loud noise. Most cats don’t even meow very often. They generally lead a quite existence. Cats often do not not have ‘’accident’’. The cats mothers train their kittens to use the litter box, and most cases the cats will use it without fail from that time on. I trained my cat fluffy to use her litter box in my back yard. They usually understant the concept when shown the box and will use it regularly. Cat do have claws as dogs do, and they owners must make provision for this. A big scratching post in a favorite cat ara of the house will mostly keep the cat content to leave the furniture alone. They can also be dec lawed as the last resort.
Finaly , one of the most valid reason of cats being a great household pets , and companion is their ease of care. Cats do not have to be walked, they get plenty of exercise in the house as they play, and they do their business in the litter box. Cleanig the cat litter box is a painless, quick procedure. Cats also take care of their own groomin g, bathing a cat is almost never necessary because under ordinary circumstances cats clean themselves. In addition cats can be left home alone for a few hours without any fear. Unlike some pets, most cats will not destroy the funitures when left alone. They are content to go about their usual activities until their owners return home.
In conclusion, cats are low maintenance, civilized companions. People who has small apartment, or less time for petcare will appreciate these characteristics of cats. However, many people who have plenty of space and time still opt to have a cat because they love the cat personality. In many ways, cats are the ideal house pet, and I love mine.