Poll: Cats or Dogs

[Padwolf]

Hi there new guy!

I can't choose between the two, I own 3 cats and 2 dogs, and they all come to greet me at the door when I come in, they all give me the same amount of cuddles and love, they are all equal when it comes to evil adorableness. It's too hard to choose! They all love eachother and give eachother cuddles, my rottweiler thinks the cats are her puppies and is often cleaning them and giving them hugs. So I get to watch adorableness from both cats and dogs. I can't pick!

 

[Daystar Clarion]

Too many cat lovers in here.

Dogs aren't called man's best friend for nothing.

From an objective point of view, we've been domesticating dogs to be companions for thousands of years.

There's nothing that can compare to a good dog.

 

[Able Seacat]

Can't we all just get along

 

[Daystar Clarion]

Dogs aren't called man's best friend for nothing.

You shouldn't pay homage to popular lip service and realize this is animals. Cozy stories are fine, but they are still animals http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_fatal_dog_attacks_in_the_United_States

You mean like us?

Because last time I checked, we were animals too.

I never said dogs were perfect, but as a companion, they've been tailored for the position for thousands of years.

 

[generals3]

Hi guys im new here so just a simple post too start off with do you prefer Cats or Dogs and why?

Depends on what you want to get from your pet but i'd say cats. Requires much less maintenance. They don't need to be walked outside or don't need you to give them attention all the time.

And who knows, if you treat your cat well he might pitch in a good word about you when cats take over the planet.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

You mean like us?

Because last time I checked, we were animals too.

We are not the same species. Don't pull that nonsense. An octopus is an animal. But we do not measure it's behavior along side us. Nor do we do it with a tiger or a ape.

That's because this is a dogs vs cats thread, not a tigers vs apes with a side of octopus thread :3

It's hardly nonsense.

 

[JdaS]

Used to be cats. Now I'm all about dogs. Even got me one of these:

Love that shirt. Fixing to get a Boston Terrier of my own soon.

Gonna name mine Dicky. Massive cookie for the reference.

 

[Tom Artingstall]

Tortoises. All the way.

 

[floppylobster]

Anyways, dog are way more awesome than cats because when was the last time a cat came and greeted you at the door?

Cat's do this all the time. You just have to get to know them.

Dogs are stupid, loud, and smelly.

Cats are smart, quiet, and can clean themselves.

Dogs are smarter than cats, loud and smelly.
Care are not as smart as dogs, quiet and can clean themselves.

I love them both. But as a dog person who later grew to love cats I can understand many of the misconceptions about both. Also, it's hard to generalize about dogs anyway, so many breeds have different traits. Some dogs are very quiet and clean. Others are stupid and noisy. But overall, dogs are smarter, but cats are, on average, cuter. The only problem with dogs it's that, like humans, they are very susceptible to way they are raised. So if they have a stupid owner or inattentive, you can expect a psychologically messed up dog. Cats pretty much turn out how they're going to turn out unless you go out of your way to mistreat them. They're far more independent, and can be good company. But a well looked after and loved dog (and I mean well looked after, not well trained), is better company than a cat could ever be. It's just cats are so easy to look after. Cats are like TV. It's always there, no hassle and good entertainment. Dogs are like a good friend. Hard work, but if you find the right one, infinitely more rewarding.

 

[floppylobster]

Anyways, dog are way more awesome than cats because when was the last time a cat came and greeted you at the door?

Cat's do this all the time. You just have to get to know them.

Dogs are stupid, loud, and smelly.

Cats are smart, quiet, and can clean themselves.

Dogs are smarter than cats, loud and smelly.
Care are not as smart as dogs, quiet and can clean themselves.

I love them both. But as a dog person who later grew to love cats I can understand many of the misconceptions about both. Also, it's hard to generalize about dogs anyway, so many breeds have different traits. Some dogs are very quiet and clean. Others are stupid and noisy. But overall, dogs are smarter, but cats are, on average, cuter. The only problem with dogs it's that, like humans, they are very susceptible to way they are raised. So if they have a stupid owner or inattentive, you can expect a psychologically messed up dog. Cats pretty much turn out how they're going to turn out unless you go out of your way to mistreat them. They're far more independent, and can be good company. But a well looked after and loved dog (and I mean well looked after, not well trained), is better company than a cat could ever be. It's just cats are so easy to look after. Cats are like TV. It's always there, no hassle and good entertainment. Dogs are like a good friend. Hard work, but if you find the right one, infinitely more rewarding.

 

[Palademon]

I prefer cats, but dogs are strangely attracted to me.

Like the other day, waiting for the bus with roommates, someone passed with a dog. It took no notice of others, but turned to look at me when it got to me. I asked my roommates later and they did notice it.

Often when dogs first see me they run and jump at me, and settle their face in my crotch if I sit down.

 

[floppylobster]

Anyways, dog are way more awesome than cats because when was the last time a cat came and greeted you at the door?

Cat's do this all the time. You just have to get to know them.

Dogs are stupid, loud, and smelly.

Cats are smart, quiet, and can clean themselves.

Dogs are smarter than cats, loud and smelly.
Care are not as smart as dogs, quiet and can clean themselves.

I love them both. But as a dog person who later grew to love cats I can understand many of the misconceptions about both. Also, it's hard to generalize about dogs anyway, so many breeds have different traits. Some dogs are very quiet and clean. Others are stupid and noisy. But overall, dogs are smarter, but cats are, on average, cuter. The only problem with dogs it's that, like humans, they are very susceptible to way they are raised. So if they have a stupid owner or inattentive, you can expect a psychologically messed up dog. Cats pretty much turn out how they're going to turn out unless you go out of your way to mistreat them. They're far more independent, and can be good company. But a well looked after and loved dog (and I mean well looked after, not well trained), is better company than a cat could ever be. It's just cats are so easy to look after. Cats are like TV. It's always there, no hassle and good entertainment. Dogs are like a good friend. Hard work, but if you find the right one, infinitely more rewarding.

Cats are for people who want to love. Dogs are for people who want to be loved.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

That's because this is a dogs vs cats thread, not a tigers vs apes with a side of octopus thread :3

It's hardly nonsense.

For the love or reason! Dogs and cats do not perceive the world, it's issues and morality and struggles as we do. They are not us! Can you kill the children of a new mate to ensure only your genes are passed on? That is what male lions do when they take over a flock. Think about it.

Lions are part of flocks now?

I eagerly await the moment when our lion overlords fly overhead :3

 

[Stormtyrant]

Dogs, because I'm not allergic to them.

Cats are still quite cool though.

 

[Lizardon]

Cats or dogs?

I have pet cats and dogs. Sure they offer different kinds or companionship, but I wouldn't want to live with just one or the other.

 

[Mr Thin]

Can't we all just get along

No!

Cat owners and dog owners must always be at each others throats, and anyone who straddles the fence and likes both is a filthy coward!

You're either with us or against us.

OT: Dogs, especially small ones, because they're low maintenance and you can keep them inside.

I just feel that dogs are more affectionate creatures than cats. They're always so happy to see you!

 

[Ickorus]

Neither.

Birds are superior to both.

I particularly think Crows are awesome due to how intelligent they are.

 

[likalaruku]

This is pointless without an actual poll.

 

[Ekit]

Welcome to the Escapist!

Enjoy your stay and stay out of the basement.

OT: Cats all the way. Dogs are scary.

 

[C F]

Cats are so adorably self-centered. Few things are better than stroking a cat, knowing both you and the cat have different ideas about who's there at who's whim. It's like a compromise where both sides willingly give up something to the other, except oddly inverted.