Having a dog seems like a great idea until you get one. From the very first moment that you find yourself wiping up their poo and pee, any romantic illusions of being a happy puppy paw-rent quickly vanish.
If only there was a way to have the best of both worlds, to maintain the joy but not have to shoulder so much of the cost and other burdens. Now, thanks to one woman's ad for a dog sitter, we may finally have found our answer.
Don't get me wrong, having kids is great and all — but there's nothing quite like the kind of undivided unconditional love your pooch has for you.
It seemed like everyone and their mother was adopting a new fur baby. I myself waited more than two years just to be put on a list for consideration!
Don't get it twisted, having a dog will upend your life entirely. You're in for plenty of sleepless nights, plenty of frustrating days, as well as a ton of unexpected expenses.
If you're someone who enjoys getting away from it all, you'd better start doing your research into dog-friendly hotels and resorts.
An anonymous woman has offered up her furry friend as a part-time pet on Reddit, perfect for those families who want all the perks but none of the cost that comes with pet ownership.
"Tedy is looking for an alternative family," The Redditor continues. "Would you like your kids to have a dog?"
"My mum is happy to share me with you on weekends or afternoons (as per agreement)," Tedy explained, "for an exchange to look after me when she is travelling[sic]."
Some thought that the woman's idea was absolutely brilliant, while others couldn't stomach the notion of leaving a beloved pet alone with strangers, just to go on a holiday.
As a child of divorce, I can assure you that this already happens. Just for the record, my brother and I turned out just fine with part-time parents.
The average rate for dog sitters varies, but typically you're looking to spend anywhere from $250 to $375 a week.
Is it really so crazy to think that two people with like-minded interests could, in essence, share custody of a dog? Certainly, if we can do it with people, animals shouldn't be that big of a stretch.
