I was just involved in a debate at work and I wanted to see how you all felt about it. someone mentioned that their boyfriend was gonna be a great dad because he absolutely loves his cats. so I said that you CAN NOT compare babies/kids to animals. This started a huge debate.
First off I would l like to say that these are my opinions, and I hope I don’t offend anyone
I actually think that it’s ridiculous to think this way. my kids mother HATED animals. She used to kick our cat, and throw it across the room… however, she is an excellent mother. My old roommate once kicked my puppy that I brought home, because it pissed on the carpet, but yet he is AMAZING with kids!! as most of you know, I cant stand our cats, and I was looking to get rid of them recently. At the same time, I like to think, and get told quite often, that I am a great father to my 2 boys. I don’t think that you can compare the 2. I think there is a HUUUUUUUUUUUGE difference between children and pets.
What do you guys think??
Kimbiz1
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All I have to say is:
YOU WILL NOT GET ARRESTED FOR PUTTING A DOG IN A CRATE!!! Try putting a child in one.
And yes, I do want children. LOL
Kimbiz1
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Posted by Nichole2010
Posted by Iluvpoodles
Both animals and children, especially babies are defenseless and depend on you completely to take care of them and love you unconditionally, therefore I can see people making the comparison. I have a dog and me and fh treat him like a child. He's great with him and I do think he will be a great father but not just because of how he is with my dog but for many reasons. My dog is part of the family.
ITA!!! FH & I treat our dog better than a lot of people treat there children...
ITA too!!
sykogodezz
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Posted by Kimbiz1
All I have to say is:
YOU WILL NOT GET ARRESTED FOR PUTTING A DOG IN A CRATE!!! Try putting a child in one.
And yes, I do want children. LOL
Some children deserve to be put in a crate lol.
Rosa29
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Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
I also agree, I don't think that people should 'kick' any living thing especially an innocent animal!
marrymybestfriend
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Posted by MikesBride2B
I think men and pets are more comparable than children and pets
I will stand up for the boys and say that's NOT true
Children and pets are not the same. If your dog dies unless this dog rescued you from the middle a river- you will get over it. if your child dies your life is changed forever. I know this is an extreme example but I some people are toooooooo attached to their pets.
(I don't have/want/like pets so maybe i am a bit scewed.)
i totally agree with this. it kinda freaks me out when people are overly obsessed with their pets.
marrymybestfriend
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Posted by sykogodezz
Posted by tHEBRide2010
Posted by MikesBride2B
I think men and pets are more comparable than children and pets
I will stand up for the boys and say that's NOT true
Children and pets are not the same. If your dog dies unless this dog rescued you from the middle a river- you will get over it. if your child dies your life is changed forever. I know this is an extreme example but I some people are toooooooo attached to their pets.
(I don't have/want/like pets so maybe i am a bit scewed.)
I dont think its fair to say that someone is 'too attached' to their pets. They are living creatures who people chose to bring into their life and care for. They love unconditionally, they protect you, and they become a part of the family. If youre not going to get attached at all or just see them as dispensable then their is no reason in getting one at all.
i understand what you're saying... however there's a difference between loving your pet... and revolving your entire life around a pet. i think thats what she meant by what she said... because i totally agree
marrymybestfriend
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Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
LaurenJosh
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Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
Ok...you've got to be the same one that started all the drama last night about the dog post right? Going under two different names??
Nichole2010
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Posted by LaurenJosh
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
Ok...you've got to be the same one that started all the drama last night about the dog post right? Going under two different names??
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
I don't think its poor character to get rid of a pet. People do it all the time...
Butterfly123
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I plan on dragging my child around on a leash so I guess it could be comparable
Kimbiz1
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Posted by grkbarbie
no matter what..just remember ladies,
your WORST child will be your husband
Again, you lighten up not only my life, but the 2010 board as well.
Nichole2010
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Posted by StaceYums81
Posted by marrymybestfriend
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
I don't think its poor character to get rid of a pet. People do it all the time...
i think its poor character for people with 16posts & and really no info about themselves to get on here and purposely try to cause drama...just my opinion...
LaurenJosh
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Posted by Nichole2010
Posted by StaceYums81
Posted by marrymybestfriend
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
I don't think its poor character to get rid of a pet. People do it all the time...
i think its poor character for people with 16posts & and really no info about themselves to get on here and purposely try to cause drama...just my opinion...
Amen!
Kimbiz1
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Posted by LaurenJosh
Posted by Nichole2010
Posted by StaceYums81
Posted by marrymybestfriend
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
I don't think its poor character to get rid of a pet. People do it all the time...
i think its poor character for people with 16posts & and really no info about themselves to get on here and purposely try to cause drama...just my opinion...
Amen!
ITA
Iluvpoodles
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Posted by Rosa29
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
I also agree, I don't think that people should 'kick' any living thing especially an innocent animal!
Agree
CloudNine
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Posted by marrymybestfriend
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
hmm except that me and the cat vibe and i am WILLING to care for it and love it ..but yea...whatever..
marrymybestfriend
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Posted by Songstress
I plan on dragging my child around on a leash so I guess it could be comparable
and there she is!!!!! lol
marrymybestfriend
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Posted by Nichole2010
Posted by StaceYums81
Posted by marrymybestfriend
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
I don't think its poor character to get rid of a pet. People do it all the time...
i think its poor character for people with 16posts & and really no info about themselves to get on here and purposely try to cause drama...just my opinion...
what in the hell are you guys talking about??? lol
Nichole2010
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Posted by marrymybestfriend
Posted by Nichole2010
Posted by StaceYums81
Posted by marrymybestfriend
Posted by lkc2183
Well I'm going to be one of those people that says my dogs are my kids...for those who think it's ok to 'kick' or hit or get rid of their animals....i think that shows poor character and i don't see how someone so cold hearted can be a good parent...just my opinion....
if you choose to get rid of an animal...that gives you poor character??? i JUST posted a listing on craigslist for someone to adopt my cat. i have poor character? i actuallythink it's the smart thing to do, because the cat and i dont vibe. so let me give it away to someone who will care for it more then i will.
that being said... i dont believe i'm 'cold-hearted'... and i actually think i am an EXCELLENT father to my 2 children
I don't think its poor character to get rid of a pet. People do it all the time...
i think its poor character for people with 16posts & and really no info about themselves to get on here and purposely try to cause drama...just my opinion...
what in the hell are you guys talking about??? lol
omg lol...tthat was aimed towards the loser who basically called you cold-hearted
