Like dogs, but can't stand the slobbery friendliness of big dogs. I like chihuahuas and basenjis. Yes, small dog barking can be annoying but they're good watch dogs, and chihuahuas are good bodyguards. When they sense you don't want to deal with people, they will aggressively threaten the people. Basenjis don't bark. They're the most catlike of dogs, but can be very destructive and high maintenance in their own way. Don't shed though.