The day I got my puppy, I can honestly attest, was one of the happiest moments of my life. That little ball of fuzz immediately made my heart grow three sizes that day, with his goofy and loving personality. Before I was even able to get a dog, all of my friends can testify that I would eventually grow up to be a crazy dog mom, adopting any to all four legged friends who would gaze at me with their large, puppy dog eyes. Therefore, it came to no real astonishment that, when I adopted my fur child so to speak, I quickly became a crazy dog mom.
One may ask as to what qualifications one must have to be able to claim themselves as a "crazy dog parent"? Can it be as simple as spoiling your pet with a plethora of affection and treats? Or must you come somewhat an extremist by purchasing flamboyant outfits and driving your pooch around in a baby stroller? If you ask me, I believe there is no specific mold a person must fit into to categorize themselves as a crazy puppy parent. However, I do think there are 10 telltale signs that will make you reconsider whether or not you are, in fact, an extreme pet enthusiast.
1. Photos of your dog consume your social media
Whether it be Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, or simply all four, pictures and stories of your pup are plastered everywhere. Perhaps your loved one even has a page of his/her own that most likely has more followers and receives more likes on their pictures than you do.
2. You show off pictures of your pet(s) to others as if they were your children
Eighty percent of the pictures on your phone are of your dog and, quite frankly, they're too cute to not share.
3. You refer to yourself as "mommy" or "daddy" to your pup
This also goes along the lines of referring top your dog as your fur child.
4. In fact your pet is not a pet, but a member of your family
5. You're not ashamed to actually treat your fur baby as, well, a baby
You secretly know you baby talk, cuddle, and yes occasionally clothe your puppy.
6. Your dog has absolutely no conception of personal space
Your pup could weigh easily over 100 pounds and still think that its a lap dog.
7. Your pup knows he/she is spoiled and isn't scared to remind you of the fact
8. Time apart from your furry family member is practically intolerable
You feel as if a part of your soul is missing when you haven't seen him/her in over twenty four hours.
9. It's normal to ditch a night out with your friends to stay at home and hang out with your dog
I mean, why go out and party when you can stay at home with your fur baby and watch Netflix?
10. You can spend copious amounts of money on your pet without even blinking an eye
You can't buy the cheap store brand dog food, he needs his treats and snacks, and I'm not sure how he'll even be able to go on without having this chew toy!
11. The two of you share an inseparable bond that no man, woman, or other dog could ever dream of breaking
Dogs have the innate ability to steal a person's heart in a matter of seconds. With their floppy ears, dopey tails, and big alluring puppy dog eyes, it is hard to resist falling in love. If you feel that you can relate to one or more of these examples, you'll probably (if you haven't already) come to accept the fact that you are a crazy dog parent. But I promise it's okay if you are! All this means is that you unconditionally love your fur baby and are an amazing dog owner. So keep up the good work and don't forget to give your loved one that belly rub.
