Okay, before you get angry and stop reading, I do not intend to offend any cat lovers out there. I have a cat at home and I love her! But, I am a hard believer that dogs are better than cats. I have no bias in this decision, either, because I grew up with both. After 19 years of pet-loving, I have made the decision that dogs are the better pet. Here is why.

1. Cats are shady AF.

I always feel like my cat is judging me. She gives me these looks with her bright green eyes from across the room and I can feel her looking into my soul. JUDGING ME for eating a whole box of Oreos.

2. Litter boxes. Enough said.

Cats do their business in a box... in the house. Ew.

3. Dogs are more obedient.

Can your cat "sit" or "shake" or "roll over" on command? I think not.

4. Cats aren't as friendly as dogs.

When I get home, my dog gets super excited and greets me at the door with a wagging tail! My cat, on the other hand, just sits on the couch and stares at me.

5. You can take your dog on walks.

Not to mention other outdoor activities like playing frisbee or going on a run! Your cat won't step foot outside, let alone bring a ball back if you toss it.

6. Let's be honest... dogs are way cuter.

That sweet face with the cute wet nose and big eyes! Who can pass that up!?

7. Dogs can swim (for the most part).

I have a bulldog and he can't swim... but every other dog I've had could! He makes up for his lack of swimming ability in cuteness (and farts). You cat, on the other hand, hates water.

8. Dogs can be used for so many things other than love.

Think about it, have you ever seen a "hunting cat" or a "police feline"? Nope.

9. Two words- service dogs.

I know that there are other service animals, but... can your cat open a door for you? Or get you the remote? My dog can.

10. Dogs help you make friends.

You're out in public or walking around campus and you spot one- a dog. I immediately make conversation with the owner so that I can pet their dog... BOOM! New friend.

11. Dogs protect you.

I know that I feel 100% safer when home along if my dog is with me. Dogs are natural born heroes and literally live to please/serve/protect you. This is especially true depending on the breed (a weiner dog may not protect you quite as well as a German Shepard).

I am an animal lover. I'm getting my degree so that I can work with them for the rest of my life. I am fully convinced that animas are better than humans in the sense that they are good. All the time, 24/7 good. They love for their whole life. My first pick for a pet, though, is a dog.