Too Cute.
By Kandase
@Kandae11 (53679)
May 23, 2018 9:25am CST
Whenever I see a cute kitten or dog, I am tempted to break my no pets rule and get myself one. So lately I have been wondering - which is easier to take care of - a cat or a dog?
And if I decided on both - will there be peace and harmony between the two?
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
24 May 18
I'm tempted at times but then I have a good talk to myself and don't get one.
If you want lots of exercise then I would get a dog. If you don't then I would get a cat. If you can't make up your mind get both.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
24 May 18
@Kandae11 If you have any more decisions just let me know and I'll solve them!
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@sabtraversa (12952)
• Italy
23 May 18
We were trying to catch a kitten a few minutes ago. It was so small, and lonely.
Hopefully Momma Cat finds it. My father doesn't want us to keep pets at home, but we have plenty of "wild" ones in the garden. I wish they were more friendly.
If both puppy and kitten were very young, and about the same size, I think there could be harmony.
The cat would probably be the most dangerous because of the claws.
Both can get ill and have a tendency to flee, and they can destroy pretty much all furniture.
I think dogs are often healthier, and are less fussy when it comes to food.
It depends on the environment they dwell, they definitely need to walk a lot, especially if you don't have a garden for them to stay.
Their lifespan is also shorter, so you'd have to take care of them for less time.
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@minx267 (15527)
• Hartford, Connecticut
24 May 18
I love both.. I think a cat is probably easier to take care of.. because mostly during the day they are self sufficient.. whereas a dog needs to be taken out quite often and really does need your company.. Dogs and cats can get along great together. especially if introduced at a young age.. and they can be good companions for each other if you are away too.
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@allknowing (130064)
• India
24 May 18
Fighting like cats and dogs is not true. We have had those combinations for years. It is easier to care for cats.
I love that picture.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
23 May 18
There can be peace, some dogs and cats are very friendly with each other. As to being easier, cats are easier but there is the whole liter box thing and dogs are less standoffish. I have had both, love both but now only have dogs.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
23 May 18
@Kandae11 No they like to use it and will do it as soon as you put one in. But you must keep it clean or they won't use it.
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@Freelanzer (10745)
• Canada
24 May 18
Dogs are more like your friend while from what I hear, cats tend to want to be left alone. Dogs need more of your attention I find.
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@DianneN (246906)
• United States
24 May 18
We've had a dog and three cats at the same time and they got along perfectly. They say to get the dog first, then a cat. Cats rule the roost aren't too happy accepting a dog in their domain. I love animals, but have to enjoy my grand doggoies and grand kitties.
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@andriaperry (116860)
• Anniston, Alabama
24 May 18
I have both but if you travel I find its easier with a dog.
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@mlgen1037 (29886)
• Manila, Philippines
23 May 18
Hi Kandase, there is a possibility that they will. I have seen cats and dogs being friends with each other.
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@mlgen1037 (29886)
• Manila, Philippines
24 May 18
@Kandae11 Hahaha you got me with that song. So have you decided yet?
@Marilynda1225 (79772)
• United States
23 May 18
I always had cats and they are pretty independent but if you're looking for a cuddly companion I'd say dog.
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@porwest (78761)
• United States
23 May 18
Well, cats are certainly a bit easier to take care of since they mostly take care of themselves. Like when my wife and I travel for a few days, the cat can use the litter box, and we can put enough food and water out and the cat sort of seems to know to take it easy and only eat so much.
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