I like dogs, too, but they are really nasty creatures. They stink like heck, and need a lot more care than cats do. They eat crap and then want to lick your face. They bite the neighbors kids and cause all kinds of trouble. Cats take care of themselves.
I have a shit eating dog and found out the vet can give you a pill that will stop your dog from doing that...
Heard it first and Free Republic and verified it with my vet......FYI