Animals are the best. They're non-judgemental, they sense your feelings, and they're always happy to see you. For pet-owners, our animals are our babies and we can't help but sometimes put them first even when we have other responsibilities.
But there are some key signs that you may be in a position where you love your "baby" more than anyone else.
1. You actually think about how much you'd rather be home specifically with them while you're going about your day.
Whether you're at work or out shopping, you spend a significant amount of time thinking about your pet. You wonder what they're doing without you and you think about how much you'd prefer to be with them. You curse your adult responsibilities because they keep you away from the true love of your life.
2. You have regular conversations with your pet and ask them about their day.
You will never, ever say two words to the people who sit next to you on the bus but you'll have a lovely chat with your cat at the end of the day. They're the one thing that you have all the patience in the world for. Regardless of the fact that they don't have any language skills, you feel like they probably understand you best.
3. Cuddling with them is literally one of your favourite things to do.
Reading, shopping, watching TV, going out with friends, and knitting may be great ways to spend your free time but nothing tops snuggles with your best friend. Whether they willingly nestle in next you in bed or you resort to carrying them their and bribing them with treats, there is no better way to spend a lazy Saturday afternoon.
4. You've chosen a night in with them over going out with friends.
It's a pretty regular occurrence for you to get a text from your friends asking to meet up for a few drinks and respond with "too tired" or "too busy with work." But if you're an animal lover, you know that's simply not true. You would just rather spend your free time with your baby.
5. You spend more money on them than anyone else, including yourself.
When it comes to shopping for your own stuff, you try to get the best value possible. You're hunting for sales and discounts. But let you loose in a pet store and there's no telling how much your bank account will hurt afterwards. You simply can't pass up all the adorable toys and pet products. There is no one in the world you spoil like your pet.
Many people might consider you pet-crazed behaviour weird but from one cat-mom to another, carry on! Pets will never let you down. They don't lie, cheat, steal, or backstab. Our pets are only with us for a short while and they are the most loyal, loving beings we will come across. There's nothing wrong with pouring your love and affection into an animal and making their life happy. They certainly do it for us!