Our beloved dog
Is predictable
Is happy to see us
Tail wagging
Whole body wriggling
Can't contain his joy
--always
Our cat
*might* acknowledge us
*might* glance our way
Or not
May come up for a pat
May possible respond to a toy
--but not always
Some cats
I have known
Run to us in greeting
Utter a burp or meow
Rubs her whole body against us
Even wags her tail (though a bit lazily)
--but not always
Who can predict when the cat
Will feel like being sociable?
Or when she will be *above* us
We are beneath her
A cat tolerates you
A dog worships you happily
--always
I think cat lovers prefer cats
Because of the challenge
They enjoy the gamble
That is what is unique
And those who like dogs best
Simply won't put up with the unrest
-Karen Gillespie
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