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Issue 177
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“Felines spend up to 16 hours a day taking a cat nap, whereas dogs are a little more active”
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Even if you’ve had both cats and dogs as pets, everyone tends to prefer one species at least a little bit more than the other, whether that’s because you enjoy a dog’s unfaltering loyalty or the fierce independence of a cat. You probably think you know the differences between the two, and their strengths and weaknesses. But unless you’re a vet or a trainer, you could be very misinformed on some points. In this issue of How It Works, we look at the biological, psychological and evolutionary differences of the world’s most popular household pets. You’ll discover how different breeds have developed – physically and mentally – over thousands of years and how our own evolution has been influenced by our relationships with these animals. Enjoy!