A wonderful pro dog, not anti cat book Why Dogs Are Better Than Cats is a collection of amusing, poignant animal photos and inspirational text designed to champion the many exceptional virtues unique to dogs and lift spirits. What are these unique attributes that make canine companions superior to their feline fiends? Dogs are social. Cats are sociopaths. Dogs match up to people. People must match up to cats. Dogs teach us patience. Cats test our patience. Dogs give and give. Cats are the gift that keeps on grifting. The bottom line is this: Dogs want love. Cats want fish.