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8 Reasons Dogs are Better than Cats

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They are one of the most loyal pets a person can have. Dogs will stick by their owner’s side through thick and thin. They can help with emotional support and provide companionship to someone who is home alone. Dogs are also better than cats because dogs are less independent and needier, making them more attached to their owners

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Loyal and Supportive

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here’s no denying that dogs make excellent guard animals. They are fiercely loyal to their owners and will protect them from danger, whether a burglar is breaking into your home or a coyote on the prowl.

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Protective

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Cats are complex animals to train. This may be because they are naturally independent and not as reliant on humans as dogs are. They can be trained to perform simple tricks and behaviors if their owners are patient and use positive reinforcement.

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Easier to Train

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Dogs make great workout buddies for walking or jogging. They’re always eager to get outside and explore and have boundless energy. A dog can be the perfect walking or jogging partner for active people.

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Exercise

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Dogs will always have the edge over cats when playing games. It’s not that cats aren’t athletes- they can run, jump and climb with the best of them, but when it comes to playing organized games, dogs are in a class by themselves. Frisbee and tug-o-war are just a few games where dogs can shine.

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Better Games

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Dogs have always been known for their incredible sense of smell, but did you know that they are actually 10,000 times better at smelling than humans? That’s because dogs have about 300 million olfactory receptors, while humans only have around six million.

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Sense of Smell

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The hovawart or “hovie” is a medium-sized dog breed from Germany whose name means “Estate Guardian.” True to their name, they are excellent watchdogs—loyal to their family but cautious toward strangers.

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Adaptable

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Huntaways are known for their loud, deep, and sustained barking when they herd sheep.

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Huntaway

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To communicate, Siberian Huskies rarely bark but instead create their own music and howl.

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Husky

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