"A dog is man's best friend." That common saying may
contain some truth, but dogs are not the only animal friend whose companionship
people enjoy. For many people, a cat is their best friend. Despite what dog lovers may believe, cats make excellent housepets 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. They
will snuggle up and ask to be petted, or scratched under the chin. Who can
resist a purring cat? If they're
not feeling affectionate, cats are generally quite playful. They love to chase balls and feathers,
or just about anything dangling from a string. They especially enjoy playing
when their owners are participating in the game. Contrary to popular opinion, cats can
be trained. Using rewards and
punishments, just like with a dog, a cat can be trained to avoid unwanted behavior
or perform tricks. Cats will even fetch!
In
the second place, cats are civilized members of the household. Unlike dogs, cats do not bark or make other loud noises. Most cats don't even meow very often.
They generally lead a quiet existence. Cats
also don't often have "accidents." Mother
cats train their kittens to use the litter box, and most cats will use it
without fail from that time on. Even stray cats usually understand the concept
when shown the box and will use it regularly. Cats
do have claws, and owners must make provision for this. A tall scratching post in a favorite
cat area of the house will often keep the cat content to leave the furniture
alone. As a last resort, of course, cats can be declawed.
Lastly,
one of the most attractive features of cats as housepets 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. Cleaning a litter box is a quick, painless procedure. Cats also take care of their own
grooming. Bathing a cat is almost
never necessary because under ordinary circumstances cats clean themselves.
Cats are more particular about personal cleanliness than people are. In addition, cats can be left home
alone for a few hours without fear. Unlike
some pets, most cats will not destroy the furnishings when left alone. They are
content to go about their usual activities until their owners return.
Cats are low
maintenance, civilized companions. People who have small living quarters or
less time for pet care should 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
housepet.
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