Condescending Things Parents Say To Non-Parents
Pets aren’t children
Just because I call my dog “My baby” and “Mommy’s little girl” and say that she’s part of the family doesn’t mean I think she’s a child. But also, let’s meet somewhere in the middle here. I do schedule my day around her needs, dedicate part of my income to her health insurance, food, and other supplies, and am in charge of her wellbeing. So…you can’t say I have no responsibilities if I have a pet.