Thursday, December 28, 2006

Meet Molly ... top cat and top dog

Dogs and cats may never see eye to eye but their owners are different.

Molly is the top choice in separate lists for dog and cat names released by the RSPCA after a survey of almost 2,000 people. Molly did not even make either top 10 five years ago, when Ben was the favourite dog's name.

David McDowell, of the RSPCA, said: "This is a real shocker for the name Ben. I believe it's always been a solid name for a dog, standing for loyalty and friendship."

Charlie is the only other name to feature in both top 10 lists. The poll also revealed most pet owners, 56 per cent, have an animal to keep them company and that cats and dogs are still the most popular pet. Most cat owners, 55 per cent, acquired their pet for free while the majority of dog owners, 78 per cent, bought theirs.

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