New PBS documentary explores “Why We Love Cats and Dogs”

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What is it about pets that makes them such a perfect foil for their humans? Clearly the unconditional love they provide is a big part, but a new documentary probes the question further.

‘Why We Love Cats and Dogs,’ a new special from PBS’ ‘Nature,’ premieres Sunday, Feb. 15, at 8 p.m. The program explores the deep bond that exists between people and their companion animals.

‘The connections we make and the relationships we forge with these animals [regardless of specie] are meaningful and important and real; part logic, part magic but totally undeniable,’ Tracey Clark writes on PBS’ Remotely Connected blog. ‘Why We Love Our Cats and Dogs offers a delightfully entertaining (and family friendly) window into the richness of life as it is shared with our pets.’

Southern California viewers can see the program Sunday at 8 on KCET Los Angeles, KOCE Orange County and KVCR San Bernardino.

--Lindsay Barnett