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Posted on 11/08/2025 2:22:07 PM PST by DallasBiff
Introduction
The age-old debate of dogs versus cats often sparks passionate arguments. While both pets offer unique joys, dogs hold distinct advantages rooted in their evolutionary history, social nature, and ability to enhance human well-being. This article explores 10 science-backed reasons why dogs are better than cats, addresses common questions, and provides insights for prospective pet owners.
1. Dogs Are Socially Attuned to Humans
Dogs have evolved alongside humans for over 15,000 years, developing an unparalleled ability to read human emotions and gestures. Studies show they can interpret facial expressions, understand pointing cues, and even sense mood changes—traits cats lack. Their social intelligence makes them ideal companions for emotional support and therapy.
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My beautiful pasted Russian Blue could always sense
when a family member was sick and would stay by their side. She would run to the door when someone was entering the house. She was a lap cat who was very social. She was the sweetest animal in the world and I miss her to this day.
Dogs form deep, lifelong bonds with their owners, often displaying protective behaviors. Their loyalty is celebrated in stories of dogs waiting years for deceased owners or rescuing humans from danger. Cats, though affectionate, are more independent and territorial.
My 93 yr old mother-in-law passed away this past August. My step-daughter is taking care of her two dogs, both female, a chihuahua and a golden retriever. Last week she took the dogs to the gravesite, both dogs laid down on the grave and resisted leaving. She went to pick up the chihuahua and she almost got bitten. Both dogs whined all the way home.
We have 2 Rescue cats we saved when their mother died of Bobcat fever. FREE TO A GOOD HOME.
They get into everything and want to sit on your lap non stop.
No longer an issue. We had to put Mooch down when her hips went out, twenty years ago. She was resting her head in my hands when she passed.
10 Reasons Why Dogs Are Better than Wives!
dogs and cars?
Hear, hear!
If you lock your wife in the trunk of your car for a time and your dog in the wife’s car trunk, who will greet you enthusiastically when you let them out?
8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Dinner! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!
The Cat's Diary
Day 983 of My Captivity
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a "good little hunter" I am. Bastards!
There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of "allergies." I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.
Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs.
I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released, and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded. The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now ...
You can use dogs and cats to test people- if a dog doesn’t like them, beware. If a cat likes them, that’s a good sign....
God bless your dog and you, went through the same situation 4 years ago, sad times.
1. The later you are, the more excited your dog is to see you.
2. Dogs don't notice if you call them by another dog's name.
3. Dogs like it if you leave lots of things on the floor.
4. Dogs' parents never visit.
5. Dogs agree that you have to raise your voice to get your point across.
6. You never have to wait for a dog; they're ready to go, instantly, 24 hours a day.
7. Dogs find you amusing when you're pissed.
8. Dogs like to go hunting and fishing.
9. Dogs won't wake you up at night to ask: "If I died, would you get another dog?"
10. If a dog has babies, you can put an ad in the paper and sell them.
11. When you drop "a silent one", dogs don't run around frantically with room spray.
12. You can sterilize your dogs without their consent.
13. Dogs never tell you to stop scratching your balls. Instead, they sit pondering why you don't lick them.
14. Dogs will let you put a studded collar on, without calling you a pervert.
15. If a dog smells another dog on you, it won't kick you in the crotch; it just finds it interesting.
16. If you leave dog in the trunk for an hour, it will be happy with you for letting it out
17. If a dog runs off and leaves you, it won't take half your stuff.
The mouse, rat, squirrel, and chipmunk control is a real advantage.
Keeping both around the Hacienda is a plus.
Nonsense. I have a rescue cat that goes out at days and comes running like a bolt when called in. Unfortunately no video yet and it’d be shaky anyway because it’s hilarious…
U R Bad.
;-)
Watching a border Collie corral a heard of sheep from the pasture is pretty awesome.
Cats seem to have a wider range of personalities than dogs, but both make great pets when treated correctly according to their nature. Although I am more a dog person than a cat person, the only pet that I have these days is a formerly fearful stray black and white tuxedo cat who now hangs about me like a dog, hoping to be petted. He is at present sitting between me and the keyboard, enjoying the attention offered by quietly sitting between arms as I type.
She was my girlfriend. I dont think she knew that...
“CDC”, not a big fan but it does suggest that after a number of not dog friendly administration policies that maybe things are changing.
(7. Versatility) I always say choosing the right breed is particularly important to both the dog and the human. The better the match the better the relationship and the communication. I have a sort of Great Pyrenees. Hes quite good at going out and doing patrols and such. Sometimes he tries to help with the sheep and on occasion he will just give up when they dont cooperate and comes to look at me with this look on his face. I know he is saying, “I tried but sheep are just too stupid!” If you saw him I think other dog people could hear it too.
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