I grew up with dogs and enjoyed their companionship, their guardianship and protectiveness not to mention obedience. I, personally, have only owned cats because my work schedule prohibits me from being around enough for a dog to be well-tended. My history with cats has been largely unpleasant as I seem to have owned the most misbehaved of their species. I know to give an animal love, attention and a good home but they didn't really seem to give two farts for it and would rather destroy my property and maul me.
To be fair, I did have a nice brother and sister pair that were model felines. They actually respected my furniture, books and other sundry items their fellows did not , as well as, actually adhered to 'no' such as when they were eating wires and just being 'naughty kitties', without having to reinforce it with anything else. If I could have a set like that again, I wouldn't be nearly as reticent as I am now about owning a cat.
Thus, I sit and wish I had more time to breath so I could have another dog. I too, prefer the large, hearty breeds so much more fun to play with in the park.
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