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The dog seems the most popular . Would that be a dog or a bitch ?

Dogs are by nature pack hunters and cats are solitary hunters so it is a direct reflection on how they interact with humans. Each animal has its own unique traits that will suit some but not others. Dog owners say dogs are more intelligent than cats, but they forget that intelligence is more than just doing something on a verbal command. Because cats are solitary hunters, they don't need the communication and social skills of dogs, so they can come across as more aloof, but there has been many incidents of cats figuring things out for themselves, from flushing toilets to opening cupboard doors and bypassing childproof locks to access food. There has also been some anecdotal evidence of tool use with cats. Cats are also the most popular pet world wide, so someone must like them.

Mines would be a cat, They are independent,clean,most of all can be very affectionate.

Kieran, I've heard of cats knocking on front doors, but never flushing a toilet. Quite unique !

Thanks very much everyone. Thinking a budgie might be a better option.

I've had budgies in the past Granny. I loved them one particular one was so funny ,used to sit on my shoulder and watch television ( well that seemed to me what he was doing anyway). Particularly liked Corrie haha. No I do think they can be good company and a lot of fun..

Arr that's so cute Sunny.

Or here is another good companion Granny.

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Adorable.(Well, not the language etc obviously, but a cute bird) But, I do have problems thinking about birds in cages . Birds have wings for a reason. Particularly upset to think of parrots ,caged or on stands, with intelligence at the level of a 3yr old child. Even budgies/parakeets are reputed to be really bright, and ALL these birds are flock creatures, so must be horrible for them to be in solitary confinement , which most are.

I`ll stick with the litter tray,its cheaper
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Ha ha..they are all cute and hilarious. The blue budgie looks as if it's head is detachable, and the parrot cracks me up.

can you all head over to funny pics and post there please, we really need some support thanks