Cats are beautiful animals. I truly don't think that there is a cat that isn't beautiful. They are graceful (most of the time), quiet (also most of the time), and loving. There are only a few times in which I have seen a cat be just one or none of those things and it has been a result from the treatment of a previous owner. Most people blame cats for being independent and low-maintenance, but how would you like it if someone constantly tried to get you to do all these certain things? I like my independence, and I like my cats to be able to do their own thing.
I'm a cat person because dogs can be really overwhelming. That's not to say that I don't like dogs, but dogs are always so so happy and excited to see you. Sometimes you just need a little purr and rub from a cat to welcome you home and say hi. Cats don't jump up on you and lick you like dogs do. They don't require the same amount of attention, you don't need to take them on walks or teach them manners. All you have to do is litter box train them and you're set. They're not the type of animal that needs to learn anything. I was able to litter box train my cat in just under 2 weeks just by putting her in there after she ate and woke up. The only other "training" that I've heard cats needing is having to get a scratch post for cats to scratch if you don't want your furniture scratched up and you don't want to declaw your furry friend.
Just because I'm a cat person however, doesn't mean that I don't like dogs. I have had 3 dogs in my life and I love them all dearly. I even want more dogs just as I want more cats, but let's just say that if I had to pick between a dog and a cat, the cat would win. I couldn't even tell you why I'm more of a cat person, they're just generally more appealing to me. It could be that they're much more low-maintenece than dogs or it could be they're more cuddly and loving than dogs (in my opinion).
All in all, I love cats more than I love dogs because I have a very similar personality to that of a cat than a dog. I can be very energetic and playful at times, but usually I like to lay down and sleep. Getting to share and enjoy all my favorite activities with my favorite animal is why I'm a cat person over a dog person.
