On a % basis my wife and I prefer animals (most kinds) in preference to people. They are always loyal and a great friend, never cheat you and always fit themselves around what you are doing.
We had a dog 17 years who after 6 years of having tablets for fits every 6 weeks finally departed, it was like losing your right arm.
We now have the pleasure of 2 cats from next door neighbour visiting every day.

Now what I am about say may seem strange, but when I am out driving and need a parking space, I ask my departed dog for help find one for me and one appears near me.....this is not the odd occasion but has happened for years.

[This message has been edited by Graham UK (edited 04-28-2005).]