The company of neither

Folks frequently say they prefer the company of dogs to people.

I don’t see much difference.

I get annoyed at both.

It’s not even true that dogs are always glad to see you. Most of the time, sure, but catch Fido with his head buried in the garbage can and it’s a sure bet he’s wishing you were somewhere else.

Same thing when you walk in on him lifting his leg on the recliner. That’s not a look of “I’m happy to see you” on his face.

Some dogs like some people, don’t know when to shut up. The difference is that people get mad when you tell them to pipe down while dogs usually...