These People Swore They Didn't Want Pets Until Finally, They Got One That Changed Their Lives
Some of the biggest pet lovers started out as the biggest holdouts. One day they were saying no to fur, feathers, or paws, and the next they were making room on the couch, at the table, and even in bed.
That is the heart of this story, a collection of people who swore they did not want pets until one animal changed everything. From dads who resisted dogs to grandparents who never planned on a cat, the shift is usually slow, then suddenly obvious.
By the end, the only thing left is the kind of soft spot no one saw coming.
This dog has a more elaborate setup than anything I ever had.
Human parents always want grandchildren... but grandpets?
"My dad makes a big deal about how much he hates dogs... but I always seem to catch him being adorable with his grandpups."
This dog isn't allowed on the couch.
Technically, she isn't on the couch!
And then the rules started getting a little softer.
This dad didn't want a dog. Now he hangs up the dog's coat next to his to dry after it rains.
Dogs really are a man's best friend.
"When I moved home a year ago, my dad said he didn't want a dog because they were messy and would destroy the house. Now these two are besties."
"My dad didn't want a dog... now he tucks the dog into bed every night."
That kind of turnaround is hard to fake.
This dad who didn't want "that dang cat" now carries her to "her room" for bed every night.
This anti-cat dad built bunk beds for these cats.
The most impressive part is that the cats are actually using it.
These grandparents who initially didn't want a cat now set Lulu a place at the dinner table.
The family table clearly made room for one more.
Before you build a “grandpet” routine, read the candid warnings from owners dealing with parrots that outsmart locks and ferrets that raid sock drawers.
This mother who refused to pet their puppy when they first got him... and now cooks him sweet potatoes every day.
This dad who didn't want a dog at all now considers the dog equal to his child!
These parents were anti-dog until their child left home.
"Growing up, my parents were strictly anti-dog. Since I’ve moved out, I think they must really miss me... Meet Walker (right), Lincoln (center), and the new arrival Boone (the baby on the left). That’s the happiest I’ve ever seen my dad."
Sometimes the empty nest comes with a new favorite.
"And my dad said he didn't want a dog..."
This dad who didn't want a dog in the house, but then buys it a paddling pool.
This dad who didn't want an iPad. Or a dog, for that matter.
Some pets have to love other family members when children move out.
"I had to leave my cat when I left for college; she is finally warming up to my father, even though they used to hate each other."
Turns out the biggest pet skeptics can become the biggest softies.
Still doubt your “no dog” dad will cave? See the dads who said no pets allowed, then ended up best friends.
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