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>>1682642Cats are objectively better. They are independent, smart, and do not hump your legs.
No. 1683675
>>1682988Don't get a cat if you want an animal to actively console you and care about you. I say this as a cat lover who has owned many cats in her life but they're independent animals. Some indiduals more than others and sure there's some individuals who're cuddly and want to sit on your lap a lot, but in general they're independent animals. They're only motivated by what they want. They march to their own beat. They're lovely pets to have if you just want a quiet presence in your living space that doesn't constantly demand attention though.
A dog is a safe bet if you want an animal that actively wants to be by your side at all times but you have to be able to take care of them: they do demand a lot of attention and care. Some breeds more than others but in general they're high maintenance.
In general I'd say you co-exist with a cat, you live with a dog.
No. 1683684
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Both. Both. Both. Both. Both. Both.
>>1683669Boooooo, bad opinion, someone get this one out of here
No. 1683685
>>1683675I don't know
nonnie, I have a very needy cat who is my shadow who vocally demands my attention and is very affectionate. He also plays fetch and walks on a leash, no joke. All cats are different.
No. 1683710
>>1683685Yes like I said it's a generalisation, I did mention in my post that some cats are cuddly and that some cats are more independent than others. But you don't know what you're gonna get personality-wise if you get a kitten, especially if it isn't a specific breed. There's also plenty of cats who want to be left alone at all times, don't want to be picked up or even petted. You don't really get that with dogs, in general a dog is always going to want to be with it's owner, something I assume is important for a pet that's expected to fill the role of a "life partner".
A dog is a safe bet for the "emotional support" part of her wishlist, a cat is not.
But that's my opinion, you don't have to agree.
No. 1684261
Both are beautiful animals but if I had to choose I'd go with dogs, but only some breeds (shepherd or sighthound dogs, no german shepherds, small dogs that aren't terriers, absolutely not pitbulls and similar breeds, no huskies or malamutes) and ONLY female dogs (same with other animals, unless they're birds or something). They can be so clever, loyal and obedient, they can understand complex commands and can be easily trained to fit your lifestyle. I've met some surprisingly clever and sweet dogs. Cats are wonderful but I wouldn't be able to stand it walking everywhere and leaving fur on everything. The thought of a cat putting its paws inside the litterbox and then immediately climbing up to the table/kitchen or on my bed is too much kek, and training cats is very hard, they don't really listen to you and go their own way (which can be good for some people but definitely not for me).