in the following text, please replace the word "dog" with "cat"
The dog is a loyal and loving companion. It is always happy to see its owner and will often greet them with a wagging tail. Dogs are also very protective of their owners and will often bark at strangers or other animals that they perceive as a threat. In addition to being loyal and protective, dogs are also very playful and love to run, jump, and fetch. They are also very intelligent and can be trained to perform a variety of tasks.