Dogs are man's best friend? Not quite, dogs are everybody's best friend. If you're not one of those weird cat people, you can probably admit you have an affinity for dogs ; however slight it may be. Maybe you don't want to have your own dog, but you'd at least pet a dog if it was in your general vicinity. In my own experience, I know it can be annoying when people ask to pet your pooch. It can break up the flow and energy of an otherwise peaceful walk. As someone with a higher-energy dog, it wa…

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Declawing a cat is, in itself, an extremely cruel act. Claws are integral to a cat's life. Besides that, the process of declawing literally amputates part of the cat's paw. It's undoubtedly animal cruelty. The proper treatment of our feline friends is incredibly important to internet users, which brings us to the story. On Reddit's /r/amitheasshole subreddit , /u/Weickzj explains that he adopted a cat from his sister. According to him, the cat had stopped using the litter box after being declaw…

It's that time of the week again, Labrador lovers and Corgi Connoisseurs! That's right! Thursday means two things: it's nearly the weekend and we're back with another delightfully silly package of puppy memes . Living with a dog has been one of the brighter parts of my life. Coming home to an excited dog is an unmatched feeling. Maybe you're struggling with a project at work and butting heads with your coworkers. All of that negative energy can wash away, at least momentarily, by the embrace of…

Looks like it's that time of the week again! It's Thursday, which means we can now bask in the glory of all that is comedically canine . We've got all that the vet ordered this week. A dogged variety of puppy memes that only aim to make you laugh. Forget about your troubles for just a moment and focus on the good things, like delightfully relatable memes . Maybe you've had a rough week. Work-life balance isn't quite where it needs to be, everyday boredom is becoming unbearable, or maybe you jus…

If I was living anywhere besides a small apartment and if I was anything besides broke, I would absolutely love to own a canine companion. The last two dogs I lived with were two of the best animals that I've ever had the pleasure of taking on walks while my roommate is at work. Having a dog is just so perfect for moment-to-moment mood enhancement . Feeling lonely? Hang out with the dog. Antsy? Take the dog to the park. Want something to cuddle? Go ahead and hug the dog. Of course, it's not alw…

I’m a dog person. I grew up with dogs, all of my roommates have had dogs, and I’ve been a side hustle dog walker for about four years now. Love everything about them. If I’m going to have a pet it’s going to be either a smart creature I get to spend time with or something that requires near-zero maintenance that functions more as apartment decoration. Dogs are objectively the best pet if you’re willing to put in the time and maintenance. They’re sweet, smart, funny, and loveable. They’ll get yo…

Cats. Can't live with ‘em, can’t live without ‘em. I kid, I kid. Cats aren’t for everyone, and people can definitely live with or without them. I'm a cat lover myself, with a beautiful little mischief-maker named Pearl as my daily source of joy and laughter. Cats, in my opinion, are one of the greatest antidotes to life's hardships. Pearl has this ability to turn any ordinary day into something special, and despite her sometimes troublesome antics, there's nothing like a cuddle with her to melt…

Airbnb hasn't been the most popular company lately. Hosts are notoriously unreasonable, greedy (and sometimes lazy) , and the cleaning fees are exorbitant. It's absurd to see a home listed for $200 a night when the fees actually bring it to twice that. Unfortunately, this is the reality of renting from the company's hosts, and though more people are turning to hotels for their lodging needs, Airbnb remains an important option for large groups, pet owners, and people seeking extended stays. This…

Being a cat lady is no easy feat. While some people use the term in a derogatory manner as if we're resigned to a spinster's future and kitty litter-covered floors, being a cat-obsessed woman definitely has its challenges. For one, going on trips freely. When I head out for a vacation, I'm forced to give my roommate a long list of instructions that I'm not totally sure he'll pay attention to. It's that or pay a cat sitter to check in on my babies, and in this economy, that's getting more diffic…

I love animals. I have two rescue cats whom I adore and am eager to pet any dog that crosses my path while I'm on my way to and from work. We've even got an office dog, who goes by the name of Mousse. There's no question that his presence warms the hearts of the company's workers. He may even help improve productivity. But giving the okay for Mousse to join us Mondays through Wednesday was no easy feat. See, our HR administrator wanted to make sure that everyone in the office was comfortable wi…

There's not much in this world that we can count on. Except for maybe dogs. These tail-wagging best friends of “man” make life brighter for everyone, including people who don't own them. I know that when I

Whether you live in a city or a suburb (or maybe even somewhere more rural) chances are you're at least somewhat acquainted with your neighbors. Well, if they're not total maniacs who give off threatening auras. As much as I like my human neighbors, I'm far more excited about their pets. And you bet I know everything from their names to their favorite snacks and allergies. My boy Ash (gorgeous male tabby) who lives downstairs happens to be the brother of my own cat. He loves a Churu treat almos…

Dogs are precious. Even as a relatively new “cat person,” I cannot turn my back on the adorable, loyal, and sometimes stinky creatures I grew up with. The bond shared with a pet is strong, and there's something about a dog bond that can't be replicated. The eyes, full of devotion. Their grief when you leave home. Most of all, when I think about dogs, I think about Teddy, my family's long-deceased Wheaten Terrier. Teddy was amazing. He wasn't great with other dogs (he wasn't socialized early in…

Recently, a Twitter user ( @PhadkeTai) has sparked outrage and anger among pet owners and animal obsessives by suggesting that our beloved pets are incapable of loving their owners. The tweet, which quickly went viral - generated quite a heated debate and a lot of criticism from those of us who believe (or know!) that animals are indeed capable of love and emotional connection with their human companions. @PhadkeTai's remarks were perceived as insensitive and dismissive of the deep bonds that m…

I have a confession to make. I wasn't always a cat person. I might talk about them constantly, share memes about them, and think about kitties all the time, but for the first half of my life, I was a hardcore dog person. I think this is mostly thanks to my mom, who would denigrate felines whenever she saw them. She'd grown up with dogs, dachshunds to be exact, and felt cats were cold and unpredictable in comparison to her beloved weiners. Obviously, she was wrong. It's easy to simplify the diff…