dogs have masters, cats have staff

See also: dogs have masters; cats have staff

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Etymology

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Proverb

dogs have masters, cats have staff

  1. (humorous) A dog will always aim to please and display loyalty to its owner, whereas a cat will always seek to be served and obeyed.
    Synonym: dogs have owners, cats have staff

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