Cats and Dogs

Cats and dogs are clearly unique creatures. As the two most common house pets, comparisons often arise. The cat belongs to the feline family, and the dog belongs to the canine family. Considering the fact cats and dogs are both common companion animals, there is a tendency among humans to think they are similar because both pets walk on all fours and are covered with fur. However, cats and dogs are very distinct in many ways regarding their behavioral habits, physical attributions, and the species strict diet.

Cat’s are accustomed to playing the solitary hunter and stalking prey without the aid of a pack or pride to watch its back. Cats tend to have a relationship with their environment more so than dogs or another creature. They are often invisible throughout the day. Cats will occasionally play with people, but interest is limited (Personality Difference). Usually, after a few minutes, cats will abandon the game and wander away. Dogs on the other hand, will often engage in play, like fetching a thrown ball for hours at a time, and it is usually the human that quits the game first. Dogs will intrude on a person's ongoing activities if they are feeling lonely and want some company or play (Personality Difference). Dogs are also pack animals. They are accustomed to being in a larger group in the wild. This means dogs will easily adapt to changes in the environment, as long as their pack is tagging along as well. “If a person does not take the leadership role, dogs often experience behavior problems” (Personality Difference). Dogs crave the attention of the pack, particularly the pack leader. “Without a master, a dog seems unhappy” (Personality Difference). Cats and dogs behaviors are not the only difference between the two species, their physical attributes are quite unalike.

Cats and dogs may both walk on four legs and have fur, but their physicalities are still very diverse. Cats are naturally built differently than dogs. They tend to be built more lithely, with lean muscles meant for leaping and snatching at a surprised enemy. Cats tend to hunt independently and not share their food as dogs do (Physical Attributions). Cats are also built for slyness and agility. Their eyes pick up even the slightest movement and they have excellent night time vision. However, details of an object or its color may not be that clear. “Their hearing and sense of smell are acute and perfectly suited for a hunter” (Physical Attributions). However, dogs have a build far less concerned with slyness and agility. In the wild, dogs would have relied on their ability to outrun their prey over long periods of time, rather than the sneaking surprise of cats, to catch their next meal. Also, they have remarkable