Humor:
Why pets are better than kids
By Gloria Towle
Board Member
Washburn gives back to the community: A huge thank you to Kelly Hemphill and the Washburn Pageant Committee. They chose the Central Aroostook Humane Society to give back to this year. We attended their two pageants on Aug. 10, and we were presented with not only several monetary donations, but some much-needed supplies. So thank you, Kelly, and all those that so generously donated to help our shelter.
Amazing August Special: We have decided to extend our month long special, on ALL cats! Only a $20 adoption fee for one cat or $30 for those that would love to have two cats. This includes kittens and even those cats that have been altered. Remember, state law requires a $100 refundable deposit on unaltered animals. Please stop by and check us out!
Humor: Why pets are better than kids…
First of all, no one take offense to this. I am perhaps a little prejudice as I have no two-legged kids, but two very spoiled four-legged kids.)
The following was written by Angie Pollock:
It doesn’t take long to comprehend that those months of being kicked from the inside out, keeping you awake at night and bouts of heartburn were just the beginning of what was to come. From temper tantrums to hormonal teens, each day I learn to appreciate my pets more and more. Sure, kids have their advantages but there are some reasons why pets are better than kids:
• Food — Kids cost more to feed than pets and rarely will a pet turn his nose up at what is put in front of him. When was the last time a kid could be fed on $50 a month or less? Even school lunches cost more than that for one kid. You will never hear your pet say “not meatloaf again!” Pets learn early on that beggars can’t be choosers. Your pet will also not drink from the milk carton and put it back in the fridge empty.
• Bad days — A pet doesn’t care if you are having a bad day — physically, mentally or emotionally. They are happy to see you as soon as you arise from bed — morning breath included. No matter your appearance or mood, your pet will love you unconditionally. Kids, on the other hand, will tell you “go take a shower, grumpy.”
• Money — This is a no-brainer! Pets are much cheaper than kids. No college, no gadgets, no clothes, no cars or insurance. Even if you paid for your pet’s obedience class, a few toys, a cute hat, collar and leash, and pet health insurance, cost differences are huge. And it’s highly unlikely that your pet will ask for money to take his girlfriend on a date Friday night.
• Obedience — “Here, boy,” or “here, kitty, kitty.” Most pets will come when called. Try calling for your 16-year old daughter while she’s texting her best friend. You may get a “What!” yelled across the house if you get a reply at all. And scolding is a whole other ballgame.
• A pet doesn’t need a babysitter and can save you money, you don’t need to take them to daycare, preschool and, as a different species, they are unlikely to share colds or other viruses with you as children do.
• And finally, there is pregnancy. You can have your pet spayed or neutered to prevent them from reproducing. Ah, the joys of no babies crying and no poop to clean up — neighbor’s grass included. A simple trip to the vet and your pet no longer has any interest in sex. And if for some reason your pet does become pregnant, you can always give away the offspring to the neighbors.
Shelter hours
Remember to stop by for our August sale and see the wonderful kitties up for adoption. We are open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed noon to 12:30 p.m. for lunch. Please be responsible and have your pets spayed and neutered.
