For some, this might mean tying the knot or traveling the world together.
For others, it might mean opening your home to a new furry friend.
While the two responsibilities are, in fact, quite different, there is some truth to this statement.
Pets depend on you for everything, more so when they’re young.
Depending on their breed and temperament, some dogs will also require lots of exercise.
Pets also teach you about sleep deprivation.
And taking care of them can be an expensive affair.
Here’s how you might handle the situation.
Owning a pet is just that a big life change.
It’s important to dig deep into your reservations about why you don’t want to own a pet.
Are you afraid of dogs because of a bad experience with one in your past?
Are you concerned about the added financial responsibility?
Are you anxious about how messy your home is going to get?
Fur and saliva on furniture are valid concerns.
Maybe you’re worried abouthaving your pet sleep in the bed.
Who will care for the pet when you want to travel?
However, you should also listen to their reasons for why they want a pet.
Give them a chance to come up with solutions for each of your concerns, as well.
You might change your mind if you hear them out.
Your partner will understand and compromise if they value what they have with you.
You might just end up changing your mind.
And even if you don’t, you’ve done all you might to make your partner feel heard.
