Others prefer to have a cat as a pet. Which do you prefer? I prefer to have a cat as a pet. Actually, I do have a cat. I gave much thought on this matter at the time. That was my deliberate choice. No one disputes that both cats and dogs have nice characteristics as pets. They bring much fun into lives of their owners. They teach children how to love and take care of a little creature. They distract us when we have a bad day, remind us to value the moment. However, I like cats more than dogs. First, having a cat is more convenient for me. I’m at work for the great part the of the day. A cat can stay at home all day long; there is no need to walk with it several times a day. It can sleep or entertain itself watching birds and people through window. In other words, cats are less demanding for their owners’ attention. Second, usually cats eat much less food than dogs do. Cats need less space and almost no special equipment. Very often dogs should be trained to be safe for other dogs and people. These training are provided by experts and can be quite expensive. Therefore, from financial point of view having a cat is more economical. Third, nothing compares to a cat’s purring. It’s the most pleasant sound in the world. Some scientists believe that it can even hill owners of cats. Every night my cat comes to my bed before sleep and gives several minutes of purring. It might be the main reason I came to the decision to take a cat into my house. Some people say that a cat can never be such a friend as a dog can. I partly agree with that opinion. Nevertheless, I think many cats, including mine, are just a little more enclosed friends, feeling affection but not showing it openly. I have never regretted my decision to take a cat.