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A Dog Is Man Essay

This document provides a 3-paragraph summary of why cats make excellent house pets. It discusses how cats provide companionship through affection and playfulness. It also notes that cats are civilized members of the household, as they do not make loud noises, can be litter trained, and have claws that can be contained. Finally, it states that cats are easy to care for as they do not need to be walked, groom themselves, and can be left alone for hours without causing damage.

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A Dog Is Man Essay

This document provides a 3-paragraph summary of why cats make excellent house pets. It discusses how cats provide companionship through affection and playfulness. It also notes that cats are civilized members of the household, as they do not make loud noises, can be litter trained, and have claws that can be contained. Finally, it states that cats are easy to care for as they do not need to be walked, groom themselves, and can be left alone for hours without causing damage.

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Eng 105A (Advanced Grammar and Composition)

Parts of a 5-Paragraph Essay

“A dog is man’s best friend.” That common saying may contain some truth, but dogs are
not the only animal friend whose people enjoy. For many people, a cat is their best friend.
Despite what dog lovers may believe, cats make excellent house pets.

In the first place, people enjoy the companionship of cats. Many cats are affectionate.
They will snuggle up and ask to be petted, or scratched under the chin. Who can resist a purring
cat? If they’re not feeling affectionate, cats are generally quite playful. They love to chase balls
and feathers, or just about anything dangling from a string. They specially enjoy playing when
their owners are participating in the game. Contrary to popular opinion, cats can be trained.
Using rewards and punishments, just like a dog, a cat can be trained to avoid unwanted
behavior or perform tricks. Cats will even fetch!

In the second place, cats are civilized members of the household. Unlike dogs, cats do
not bark or make other loud noises. Most cats even meow very often. They generally lead a
quiet existence. Cats also don’t often have “accidents.” Mother cats train their kittens to use the
litter box, and most cats will use it without fail from that time on. Even stray cats usually
understand the concept when shown the box and will use it regularly. Cats do have claws, and
owners must make provision for this. A tall scratching post in a favorite cat area of the house will
often keep the cat content to leave the furniture alone. As a last resort, of course, cats can be
declawed.

Lastly, one of the most attractive features of cats as house pets is their ease of care.
Cats do not have to be walked. They get plenty of exercise in the house as they play, and they
do their business in the litter box. Cleaning a litter box is a quick, painless procedure. Cats also
take care of their own grooming. Bathing a cat is almost never necessary because under
ordinary circumstances cats clean themselves. Cats are more particular about personal
cleanliness than people are. In addition, cats can be left home alone for a few hours without
fear. Unlike some pets, most cats will not destroy the furnishings when left alone. They are
content to go about their usual activities until their owners return.

Cats are low maintenance, civilized companions. People who have small living quarters
or less time for pet care should appreciate these characteristics of cats. However, many people
who have plenty of space and time still opt to have a cat because they love the cat personality.
In many ways, cats are the ideal housepet.

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