Dogs always love you, cats love you sometimes, if that. If you want a pet for the cuteness factor, get a Fennec Fox or some equally adorable animal.
That said, I don't hate cats. However, I wouldn't choose one as a pet over the various types of canines out there.
My cat lurvs me .-. He always wants to cuddle me, even at dinner lol. He'll sit next to me on the table and bump me with his head.
My dog does the same, she'll stick her head in under my arm and poke me with her face until I pet her