Like dogs,
LOVE CATS
Dogs are too high maintenance to be raised properly. Don't get me wrong: we've owned dogs for years, (cats too) but after we lost our last dog to a broken back we decided no more dogs. I want to be free to take off for a few days without worrying. Cats you can throw a bowl of food, water and a litter box and you're good to go for a couple days.
I think most men dislike cats because cats are more subtle. They don't need to be around us, they choose to be around us. Dogs are more companion-like and in your face. Cats are waaaay more fun to observe and have around.