PROS Independent
Can be left alone for periods of time Can hunt and survive alone for a while
Low maintenance Only requires food, water bowl, and litterbox Doesn’t need to be walked
Quiet Clean
Uses litterbox Cleans itself, minimal baths required
CONS Standoffish
Can be so independent that they ignore you at times
Hard to trainCan’t learn tricks the same way dogs canCannot protect you from danger
Low energyDon’t play too oftenSome are very lazy and may sleep all day
PROS Very loving
Extremely loyalWill dote you with affectionConstant companion
Easy to traincan do lots of tricksCan protect from danger
High energyCan be great fun to play with!Can promote a healthy lifestyle for
humans(eg. frequent walks/playtime)
CONS Dependent
Can have social anxiety when left alone Needs humans, relies on them for everything
Dirty Needs regular bathing Some dogs shed a lot and need constant
grooming High maintenance
Require frequent walks Require constant attention/interaction
Loud May bark a lot
CATS AND DOGS EACH HAVE THEIR OWN
UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS AND
REQUIREMENTS SO PREFERENCE FOR
EITHER IS ULTIMATELY UP TO THE INDIVIDUAL!