Why don't more couples adopt dogs rather than children?

Question

I've known from a very young age that I wanted to be childfree since I'm very intolerant of children and feel like having one of my own would ruin my life.I've always been a dog lover and don't think there's a living creature on this earth more deserving of love,affection and attention.I'm 29,have been married for 3 years and together my husband and I have adopted 3 dogs as well as having one each from before the marriage.Adopting these little angels has been the best decision I've ever made.Why are so many people desperate for something that will do nothing ruin your appearance,your social life,your finances and take away your freedom when you can adopt a dog who will love you for life for a h**l of a lot less than a child requires.Before anyone tells me I have no idea what I'm talking about since I never had a child,I did have a son at 21 whom I gave up for adoption and never looked back.What is wrong with people today?

Answer 1

Apparently your dog has ruined your life.  

You are trolling a Pregnancy and Parenting page of a website just to generate arguments.  I on the other hand, have a child that will love and depend on me for years to come.  Your dog will live to maybe 20 years old, will never give you grandchildren, and will probably do nothing to make you nearly as proud as a child ever could.

Answer 2

To each their own.  Everyone vaules different things.   I have some friends who have dogs and no children and love it that way.  I also have some friends like me who love having children.  Only you know what is best for you and what you are willing to take on.  It you feel children are nothing but stress and dog' are easier than do what works for you.

Answer 3

you listen here missy, just because you are not maternal and you don't want any kids, does not mean everyone should do what you do. I have adopted 2 dogs, but that is not the same as adopting a human baby. sometimes animals cant fill the great void a person has wanting to build there families and are unable to do it naturally. children need as much love if not more then any animal on this earth, and don't get me wrong i love my dogs very much, but a baby means allot more to me.

Answer 4

Well, I cant relate with you because Im 19 and a mom. Yes I have a few stretch marks and a couple extra pounds, but I'm still beautiful. I have a great social life and her grammy watches her if I want to go out on the weekensds once and a while. Babies do so much more then what you think. Those are just the downfalls.  But, if you dont want children, there is no wrong in that. And bravo to you for giving your child up instead of aborting him but how could you not miss him? I wouldn't necessarily say theres something wrong with people today but I myself know that the greatest love there is, is the one for my daughter. Were getting a dog when shes bigger because you are right. They are loving loyal, friendly and protective, but they can never love you like your child can. And I hope for you if your son comes asking why you gave him up, you have a better answer than "why would I want you when I could have a dog"

Answer 5

i agree, i don't like kids myself  never have- never will, and prefer cats instead, cats and dogs will give you unconditional love unlike children,

Answer 6

Because dogs won't take care of you when you are old.

Answer 7

Good Idea......They bring you Love and Joy and you don't have to send them to collage.

Stephanie

Answer 8

i'd take my children over my dogs anyday!!!!