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Cat Vs Dog

This document compares cats and dogs as pets, arguing that cats are better. First, it states cats are cheaper pets than dogs as they eat less food and do not require expensive housing. Second, it claims cats are more independent than dogs and do not need constant human attention. Third, it suggests cats are more intelligent than dogs as they can regulate themselves and learn from fewer demonstrations. In conclusion, the document recommends choosing a cat over a dog as a pet since cats are more economical and require less supervision, making them a better pet commitment.

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Cat Vs Dog

This document compares cats and dogs as pets, arguing that cats are better. First, it states cats are cheaper pets than dogs as they eat less food and do not require expensive housing. Second, it claims cats are more independent than dogs and do not need constant human attention. Third, it suggests cats are more intelligent than dogs as they can regulate themselves and learn from fewer demonstrations. In conclusion, the document recommends choosing a cat over a dog as a pet since cats are more economical and require less supervision, making them a better pet commitment.

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Cats VS Dogs Look for..

Do you want a cool pet? Would you like a pet that can fit into your life without too much bother? Don’t pick The attention getter
a bird, don’t pick an iguana and definitely don’t pick a dog. While many people praise dogs as being man’s
best friend, dogs are not a good choice for a pet. They say that dogs are loyal, brave and make the best pets,
but they are wrong. Cats are better pets than dogs.

The thesis
statement
Firstly, cats are cheap pets. The average cat is a lot smaller than a dog. Therefore, cats eat a lot less than A transitional word
dogs. An average can of cat food costs about $.97 and it would take a cat 2 days to eat the whole thing. On
the other hand, the average can of dog food costs $2 and most dogs, even small ones, will eat the whole can The main idea of
at one time. Also, cats are easier to house. You don’t have to buy a special place for a cat to live or sleep. this paragraph
They will sleep just about anywhere; under a table, on a couch or in a cardboard box that you got for free.
They definitely will not need an expensive doghouse. If you don’t have a lot of money, cats are good pets. The persuasive
devices in this
paragraph

The concluding
sentence
Secondly, cats are independent. They don’t need people to be around them constantly the way a dog The transitional
would. They are quite content to spend long periods of time home alone and will find ways to entertain word
themselves. Also, cats don’t need a lot of toys. What will a cat play with? A piece of string, a laser pointer or a
leaf all make good toys and cats will play with them for hours. Cats are known for being self-sufficient. The main idea

The persuasive
devices in this
paragraph
The concluding
sentence

Lastly, cats are intelligent. Compared to dogs, cats are smarter and can think for themselves. While dogs The transitional
need a human to tell them when to go out, when to go to sleep and when to eat, cats can regulate word
themselves. Cats also have better memories than dogs. A dog will constantly forget things. For example, a
dog will have to be taught a trick between 10 and 15 times before he learns it. However, a cat only needs to The main idea
be shown something once or twice to learn.
The persuasive
devices in this
paragraph

The concluding
sentence once
Overall cats are a good choice for pets. They are more economical. They can be left home without
constant supervision. They are usually very smart. Taking care of a pet is a big commitment and so you want
to be sure to choose the right one. If you are looking for a new pet, you should not get a dog. You should get a
cat instead.
The call to action

*Author’s note - This essay was written in response to some misguided grade 11 students who erroneously thought that dogs are better pets than
cats. I am sure

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