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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]we had two that we got 8 years prior to the baby. They were the center. Then they weren't. Didn't love them less, but they had a lot less of our attention.[/quote]

+1. They moved lower on the priority list, though were and are still darling puppy wuppies to us and our kids. We are all animal lovers, so our pets get plenty of love and snuggles, though fewer trips to the dog park and weekly teeth cleanings. It makes a difference I think that our dogs were middle aged when we had kids, and senior dogs now. So a walk around the block is plenty and can be deferred until later when kids need something first. I think pets start to feel like a nuisance after kids when they're younger/high energy and compete for time and attention with kids because they NEED IT NOW or will start destroying the house, etc. Or if they become aggressive or otherwise have trouble getting along with the kids. But our dogs, luckily, love babies and kids, and accepted their new human pack members with enthusiasm, so it's hard not to feel grateful and appreciative back to them for all of the love they give.[/quote]

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