Do you own pets?

BrianW1999 · 2015-09-17T22:11:53+00:00

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colinKaepernicksHat · 2015-09-17T23:41:00+00:00

Na, they are more loyal than any hoe.

2015-09-18T00:47:23+00:00

I have the neighbor cat. She always visits me, probably because he is never at home.

KingOfYaks · 2015-09-18T04:24:36+00:00

Yes. I have 13 pets. Horses. Dog. Parrots. Others.

They do inhibit freedom. So does a nice car. And owning a house.

The question is just a matter of "Are you the kind of person that likes the wonders of earth life forms enough to spend time with them or are you the kind of person that would be happy on a luxury moon base." I've known both kinds. Frankly my hell is "lots of people, no nature" ... But that would be some people's heaven-- Like on a cruise ship.

The pet issue comes up now and then but doesn't have much to do with MGTOW. I know some guys like to have the freedom to... I dunno. Wander? The hobo life I guess. If I was to do the hobo life I'd rather live it with my horse, dog, and parrots along for the journey.

SergeantDickhead · 2015-09-18T07:06:55+00:00

Pet rat my buddy couldn't take care of. They are interesting creatures and cheap to take care for. If it dies, I'll probably get another one. I like watching them and they keep me company. Someone to talk to and no sounds to annoy me with. I like feeding him massive pieces of fruit (like a normal sized grape to us) and watch him over react to the plentiful harvest. And no, he doesn't inhibit my freedom as I take joy in taking care of him and socialising. If they were a burden and loud and ate alot, it would be different.

Watchful1ntervention · 2015-09-18T06:20:06+00:00

Yes, I have adopted 2 cats.

I suppose they do inhibit my freedom, ever so slightly, but it isn't an issue in my daily life. Cats are really low maintenance and make good companions. It's not like having a dog, where you have to plan your day around its shitting schedule.

Elder_Yautja · 2015-09-18T06:44:41+00:00

One cat. He's a mgtow too.

HappyMGTOW · 2015-09-18T04:16:39+00:00

No. Too much responsibility and hassle!

StopTop · 2015-09-18T05:01:46+00:00

Nope. But I would get one if the mood strikes me. My dog was my bro when I was younger.

StuffaYouFace · 2015-09-18T08:48:12+00:00

My fondest relationship was with my own dog of 15 years. He died a couple of years ago. I so desperately want to get one again but they are huge obligation. From basic walking to limited housing for pets, it's just too much responsibility. It really ties you down.

LandoChronus · 2015-09-18T19:51:20+00:00

I have one cat. He's been with me for 14 years (just over half my life). While it can be mildly annoying sometimes (can't go away for the weekend without getting someone to check on him) but we're both fine without each other around every second of every day.

And I'm gonna cry like a little girl when he's gone.

thrownaway_MGTOW · 2015-09-17T23:30:55+00:00

Do you?

Morranaii · 2015-09-18T08:23:22+00:00

I wish I could! Not suitable living space, and who would take care of the dog when I went off to work? :<

SirGrump · 2015-09-20T01:47:37+00:00

No.

I don't want to spend the time/money on pet ownership. I don't hate animals, I just don't want them to rely on me to live. Not really fair to them.

megachrispercent · 2015-09-21T15:40:25+00:00

I have one cat and an emperor scorpion. My cat is the one female in my life that actually shows me she loves me even when she DOESN'T need anything. The scorpion only has to be fed once or twice a month, so it barely costs me a dollar or so a month to keep it maintained.

TwoTonJoe · 2015-09-21T17:07:52+00:00

I don't have any pets, but have thought long & hard about getting a dog. I've got two kids from previous marriage (sole custody), and will soon be GMOW once divorce from 2nd wife is complete (walking away from this one with no major issues). So, kids keep me busy enough already.

cigar1975 · 2015-09-28T19:15:03+00:00

I have a cat, slightly inhibits I suppose. I leave him a good bit of extra food if i'm gonna be away for very long. Have to ask a friend to drop in once in awhile to check on him if i'm gonna be gone for a few days. More for the companionship than anything else, he's good company. My pop adores him, and my best friend does as well.

vtfsobnf · 2015-09-21T01:57:54+00:00

No
Tangentially at best.
Yes.

gprime · 2015-09-19T02:33:31+00:00

I do not. And it isn't a matter of freedom; I simply don't care for animals, and can see no upside sufficient to justify the financial and time burdens of pet ownership. To me, animals are food or leather or medical test subject, ect. The idea of finding companionship in something that can't speak doesn't make any sense to me.

oldredder · 2015-09-19T18:43:57+00:00

I don't. I'd like a cat but I won't be home often enough, I think, and also where I live tends to forbid pets. Also I only really have enough income to be sure I have food for me.

If I had more space, an extra room just for the cat, an automated feeder thing for water & food so the cat will get what's needed when I'm out, plus some kind of automated kitty litter situation, and all the income to afford that, then I'd get a cat.

I prefer the attitude of the cat. At heart still a hunter, despite being domesticated. They can still do it, just less so than a lion. Independent-minded but OK with some affection and something almost like loyalty.

Title	Do you own pets?
Author	BrianW1999
Upvotes	9
Comments	28
Date	September 17, 2015 9:19 PM UTC (10 years ago)
Subreddit	Posted in /r/MGTOW
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