Some people are cat people, some are dog people. But regardless of which camp they fall into, most people are simply crazy about their pets. The connections people form with their cats and dogs are often the longest, strongest relationships in their lives. They are our soul mates, our best friends, sometimes even our surrogate children. What makes these creatures such key members of our families?
My Pet's Quirks: Share Your Stories!
Everybody’s pet has quirks. We get it - your pet is a member of your family, and there are things you know about your cat or dog that no one else would ever guess. Now it’s time to spill. What are your pet’s quirks? Does it have any special talents? What does your pet do that you think is absolutely hilarious? We want to hear all about it! Share your stories.
Four-time Emmy Award winner, filmmaker and director Ellen Goosenberg Kent kept the 10-month production of "Why We Love Cats And Dogs" on the right track. Ellen brings a strong visual sense to the art of storytelling and was able to illuminate the dynamic human-pet relationship, revealing how dogs and cats share our emotions in many significant ways.
Watch an excerpt from the film below, and view the entire program online.
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Listen to KPBS' "These Days" radio segment "Preparing For The End Of A Pet’s Life." (May 2010)
