Both cats and dogs can show love for their owners, but the ways and degrees of expression may differ. Dogs often show great excitement when their owners come home, jumping, wagging their tails, licking their owners, and following them around. They have a strong protective instinct and will show alertness and defensive behavior when their owners feel threatened.
Cats express affection by rubbing their heads against their owners or gently patting them with their paws. They also purr when they feel comfortable and safe, which is another way they express contentment and affection. Whether cat or dog, they all express love to their owners in their own unique ways.
