In both of these statements we see the issue of a dog park being build for dogs and their owners in a large city. In the first statement, we see that the owner of the dog, Gizmo, believes a park should be build in the city so her dog has a place to run and play. In the second statement, we see that the writer does not own a dog and believes that the building of a dog park would not be benefit the city. A dog park is a wonderful idea in any large city, where there is a lot of people, vehicles,…
If you ask a cat owner to describe their beloved pet using one word, chances are they will use the word independent to define their furry little friend. Cats give off this immediate impression that they don’t really require us, humans are but a pawn in their world, you see they are quiet in nature and don’t seem to be super needy. Cats learn things on their own, you can’t really train most cats, if you have trained your cat to do anything, rest assured that your cat actually wanted to learn that…
Adopting a dog or cat from a shelter or rescue is much more convenient than buying them. This is due to the fact that most rescues’ adoption fee include many of the initial vet care expenses for a new pet such as a thorough examination, spay/neuter, microchipping, deworming/flea removals and vaccinations. Not only is this included with your adopted pet but many even include a 30 day period to return them back if there is a problem or you are unhappy with your pet. Buying one from a store can…
I have always been fascinated by dogs all my life. Although, I have never owned one, if I had the choice it would be a Bull Terrier or it cousin the Pit Bull. They are from the same family of dogs with similar body types but different in everything else. In recent TV and newspaper reports, my choice would be easy. The Bull Terrier and the Pit Bull are different in looks, breeds, and personalities. The first difference between the dogs is their looks. The Bull Terrier has a strong…
Have you decided that there is something missing in your life? Do you often find yourself bored, tired, or lonely? You should get a dog! When you choose to add a four- legged friend to your family you need to decide whether you should adopt or buy. Buying a dog can be expensive whereas adopting a dog is very affordable. There are many reasons to adopt a furry friend. If you adopt a canine companion, you are saving a life. Adopting is also a great way to get a healthy dog plus being a dog…
Our family conflict over the last year has been if we should get a dog or not. I am a dog person. I have always had dogs and I think of them as a part of the family. My husband is a cat person. He has never had a dog and knows nothing about dogs. We have discussed this topic at length over the course of a year, but more significantly within the last two months. Eventually, my husband softened to having a conversation about his reservations behind getting a dog. He admitted that the thought that…
Vanessa Romero Professor Lyons English 101 26 October 2017 Dog people vs Cat people There has been an ongoing amount of debates among people stating whether a dog as a pet is better or a cat as a pet is better. One can tell a lot about a person simply by asking just one question; Are you a cat person or a dog person? People who identify as being a dog person are often described as being out going and joyful. Someone who identifies as a cat person can be mostly usually described as being more…
Canine California There it was- Cantine California. A food truck innocuously parked in the middle of the Marché Raspail. It’s presence felt a bit like encountering a sleek house cat in a jungle safari. If not for the French language floating through the air I would have thought I had somehow stumbled back to Ann Arbor. The menu listed outside including a range of burgers made with organic free range beef and sustainable local ingredients. Starving and curious, I took my place in the decent…
Each person has different tastes in animals, such as dogs and cats. People also have different preferences for art. James Herriot mixes these ideas together into one in his story, All Creatures Great and Small. Whether it was suturing a wound or the birth of a cow, it was beautiful. Precisely like art, all of the different colors are easy on the eyes and the different textures make for an entertaining experience. The art of Dr. Herriot's surgeries convey the theme that every small action will…
The war between cats and dogs has been a long and hard fought one. These two animals are the most common house pets to this day. Both animals can serve as excellent house pets, but some prefer the company of dogs while others prefer cats. There are things that you have to consider though before you pick a dog or a cat and among them are the cost, attention required by the pet, and benefits of having one or the other. The cost of having a dog and cat is a big financial investment and according…