In the world of pet ownership, there are two main categories you can fit into: cat people and dog people. I am undoubtedly a cat person, and I think I always will be. Nevertheless, I have been around dog people enough in my life to know the differences between them and me, so I thought it would be fun to write an article comparing the two pet owner categories. If you have been debating whether or not to get a cat or a dog, this information could help you pick the right option for your lifestyle. Let’s take a look at cat people and dog people to see which group you belong to.
The Makings of a Cat Purr-son
For the most part, cat people tend to be more laid back than dog people. I’m not saying that cat people are lazy, but they are usually less energetic than dog people. Cats require very little care. You just have to put food out for them and change their litter every once and a while. With dogs, you have to take them on walks so they can do their business, and then you have to let them run around to get all of their energy out. This is just not something that a calm cat person would want to do.
Cat people also tend to be very affectionate. They like having an animal that will sleep in the bed next to them, and they like spending time with an animal that will cuddle up on a moment’s notice. Cat people don’t mind spoiling their pets, which is why cats tend to eat better foods than dogs. Cat owners go out of their way to make sure their kitties are properly pampered right from the start.
The Makings of a Dog Paw-son
Dog people usually like to spend time outside. They enjoy running around with their dogs in the park or splish-splashing with them in the pool. Dog people also enjoy traveling because they can take their dogs with them. Dogs love riding in cars, but cats hate it. If you want a pet you can take with you on the road, you might as well consider yourself a dog person. I have seen a handful of cats that love riding in the car, but those are few and far between. Most of them just want to get the hell home.
The Kitty-Canine Hybrid
It is entirely possible that you are both a cat person and a dog person. If you have a love for pets as a whole and consider them parts of the family, you may fit into both categories. If you don’t like the idea of having a lap pet or a playful companion in the slightest, you may be neither a dog person nor a cat person. You just have to assess your lifestyle and your overall plans for the future and select the pet that is right for you. Don’t get a pet that you know you will not be able to care for or love. Think long and hard about what you want, and you should be able to select your perfect pal every time.
If you want more advice to help you find the right pet for you, check out some of my articles from another blog I write for:
- Picking the Perfect Family Pet: Cats, Dogs, and Fish
- Picking the Perfect Family Pet: Rabbits, Rodents, and Reptiles
- Picking the Perfect Family Pet: Birds, Bugs, and Hermit Crabs
