Who Doesn't Like Pets?
As someone who has always had pets, it's hard for me to imagine life without them. Cats, dogs, fish: I've had them all. They have kept me company through good times and bad. With that type of cuddly support always around, I don't really get how people don't want that. Here are some reasons why I just don't understand people who don't like pets. How can you not like a pet?
They're Allergic to Cuteness
Fluffy piles of puppies sound like absolute heaven to me. Cute little cat toes make me squeal. Corgi butts are my weakness. Witnessing any of that in person and not having a physical reaction to such cuteness sounds crazy to me. How are people able to stroll right past a puppy without wanting to say hi? What steps did they take in life to make them immune to the glory of a cat yawn? It's an absolute mystery to me.
They Don't Dive Down the Rabbit Hole
We've all been there—down the black hole of YouTube videos. We get stuck in an endless string of related videos and can't stop clicking to the next one. The best loop to get stuck in, in my humble opinion, is anything cat-related. Those kitties get into the most hilarious shenanigans and I could watch their antics all day. So, when I go to share these Internet gems, and someone responds with, "No thanks," I'm shocked! What do you mean, you don't want to watch adorable cats doing adorable cat things?!? It's something that just makes me question everything about those individuals.
They Resist Caring for Animals
It's (hopefully) something that we all instinctively do: help and care for each other, in any way we can. Caring for pets is something that comes naturally to me. Actively choosing not to care for animals is just something my brain doesn't compute. They're cute and furry, and they need your help to thrive. How can anyone possibly resist?
They Avoid Furry Cuddle Buddies
What's it like to lie on the sofa and not have a warm, living blanket on top of you? How is it possible to go to sleep at night without a soft animal next to you? That cuddle buddy is irreplaceable and I can't imagine life without one.
They Don't Engage in Pet Conversation
Having a conversation with your pet is one of life's greatest amusements. They listen to every word you say and offer no contrary opinions. It's the best of both worlds.
They Don't Like the Mess
One of the chief complaints from non-pet-owners is the mess that accumulates from having a pet in the home. There's fur and dirt everywhere, they say. It's disgusting to have an animal mucking up the house, they say. Well, you know what I say? People are just as bad when it comes to making a mess, if not worse.
They Miss Out on Homecomings
"I'm never home. I have no time for a pet." For some people who truly do travel too much and really can't care for an animal, I get it. That's a possibility for some. However, it's definitely not the case for everyone, so using that as an excuse is not cool. Is there any greater joy than coming home to enthusiastic barks and meows? The answer is no, there really isn't.
They Miss Out on Some Activities
Having a dog really does force owners into a more active lifestyle. Those daily walks can sometimes feel like a chore if the weather is bad or you're short on time. But then, there's the flip side of being a dog owner that forces you out into nature every day, and there's guaranteed physical activity in your routine.
They Won't Join the Clique
It's an unspoken rule in the pet owner world that we are all friends with each other. Cat owners and dog owners just seem to find each other in the masses. If your co-worker is a cat owner, then you automatically have a friend. If your neighbor has a dog, then you automatically have a dog sitter. If your friend just got a puppy, then you automatically have a dog park buddy for the weekend. We like our pets and so we like each other. Come join in our clique, won't you?
They Forget That Joy Trumps Drool
When it comes to dogs, there are common complaints. They stink and they slobber. Their breath is horrible and they have too much drool for any one person to handle. Well, you know what? Anyone whose had a baby can appreciate that. A diaper full of poop can be deadly when it comes to an assault of the nose. Spit-up happens all the time and they go through more wardrobe changes than Madonna in concert. Embrace the similarities and revel in the joy of being a pet owner.
