Why do people think spending money on pets is a worthless investment? Don't they see it as investing in your loved ones' health? Well, I do!
So, I just dropped $297.11 at Dr. Foster and Smith. On what, might you ask? Well, let's see. I bought two six-dose packages of Revolution, my kitties' L-Lysine supplements (the only two types that they'll eat religiously), a new vial of Rescue Remedy, 2 Feliway plug-in refills, a tube of Laxatone gel (tuna flavor, of course!), C.E.T. toothpaste - both regular and extra tartar control, a new slicker brush, a zoom groom, and a flea comb. Oh, and let's not forget a couple of extra toys. Yes, my cats are loved.
And, that was on only the kitty stuff! I placed a completely separate order for my dogs' Revolution and healthcare items and even bought a few extra things for my hamsters and birds. I do this big-ticket shopping between 2 and 3 times per year. This time, though, it was quite a bit more expensive than usual -- they were having a sale on some items and, being that I'm now out of work, I wanted to get what I needed while it was on sale rather than paying full-price. This is what having savings is for, I suppose!
My mother was appalled when I talked to her. She just doesn't understand the importance of preventative care where animals and pets are concerned. She said it was a waste of money and that I should've cut corners and put some money aside in order to buy myself something. But, as far as I'm concerned, this wasn't frivolous and if my animals are healthy and happy, than I am happy. Her animals get bargain basement food and never get supplements or even such basics as flea and tick meds. I put money aside so that my pets are taken care of -- especially in situations such as this one where I'm not working. I don't have a lot and, God-forbid someone gets sick, but I have plans set in place so that I can ask for help from others if I need it.
A couple of aquaintances of mine asked if I was going to get rid of some of my cats and other pets now that I'm not working. Another asked me if I couldn't just start feeding the pets cheaper, grocery-store food. Yet another person asked if I was going to sell (yes, she said sell) my pets to make some extra money. I mean, what?! I get so frustrated when people see animals as being expendable. My pets are my family and I wouldn't stop taking care of myself if I was dealing with financial insecurity. Why would I do that to them?! And, if I had children, I certainly wouldn't sell them to the highest bidder? How is having pets any different? Thank goodness I'm not close with any of those individuals -- my true friends would never suggest such things!
I may not buy them everything I see and think they'd like, but I'm not going to cut down on the things that I feel are important to their health, happiness, and security. And, I will sell some things -- for instance, today I'm selling a hamster cage I no longer need. But, I won't put my cats' (or other animals') health on the line. Things may get rough at some point, but I plan ahead and I have faith that we'll get by.
Okay, I'm getting off of my soapbox now. I just don't understand some people.
So, I just dropped $297.11 at Dr. Foster and Smith. On what, might you ask? Well, let's see. I bought two six-dose packages of Revolution, my kitties' L-Lysine supplements (the only two types that they'll eat religiously), a new vial of Rescue Remedy, 2 Feliway plug-in refills, a tube of Laxatone gel (tuna flavor, of course!), C.E.T. toothpaste - both regular and extra tartar control, a new slicker brush, a zoom groom, and a flea comb. Oh, and let's not forget a couple of extra toys. Yes, my cats are loved.
And, that was on only the kitty stuff! I placed a completely separate order for my dogs' Revolution and healthcare items and even bought a few extra things for my hamsters and birds. I do this big-ticket shopping between 2 and 3 times per year. This time, though, it was quite a bit more expensive than usual -- they were having a sale on some items and, being that I'm now out of work, I wanted to get what I needed while it was on sale rather than paying full-price. This is what having savings is for, I suppose!
My mother was appalled when I talked to her. She just doesn't understand the importance of preventative care where animals and pets are concerned. She said it was a waste of money and that I should've cut corners and put some money aside in order to buy myself something. But, as far as I'm concerned, this wasn't frivolous and if my animals are healthy and happy, than I am happy. Her animals get bargain basement food and never get supplements or even such basics as flea and tick meds. I put money aside so that my pets are taken care of -- especially in situations such as this one where I'm not working. I don't have a lot and, God-forbid someone gets sick, but I have plans set in place so that I can ask for help from others if I need it.
A couple of aquaintances of mine asked if I was going to get rid of some of my cats and other pets now that I'm not working. Another asked me if I couldn't just start feeding the pets cheaper, grocery-store food. Yet another person asked if I was going to sell (yes, she said sell) my pets to make some extra money. I mean, what?! I get so frustrated when people see animals as being expendable. My pets are my family and I wouldn't stop taking care of myself if I was dealing with financial insecurity. Why would I do that to them?! And, if I had children, I certainly wouldn't sell them to the highest bidder? How is having pets any different? Thank goodness I'm not close with any of those individuals -- my true friends would never suggest such things!
I may not buy them everything I see and think they'd like, but I'm not going to cut down on the things that I feel are important to their health, happiness, and security. And, I will sell some things -- for instance, today I'm selling a hamster cage I no longer need. But, I won't put my cats' (or other animals') health on the line. Things may get rough at some point, but I plan ahead and I have faith that we'll get by.
Okay, I'm getting off of my soapbox now. I just don't understand some people.