haaaa! it's true that cats are easier... (although I wish my younger one wouldn't keep waking me at 5.30am purrrring in my ear for me to get up!!).
I love football and am looking forward to the World Cup... I'm English through and though (like rock!), and bought an English tshirt, flag etc etc... and will certainly NOT be supporting France! (Ever!!)
My other half would love a dog, but not very practical in a city...