People Who Treat Pets Like Kids

This article explores the amusing world of pet parents who raise animals as if they were human children. Observations include: dressing dogs in seasonal outfits, throwing birthday parties for cats, negotiating bedtime routines with hamsters, and consulting �pet nutritionists� for kale-infused kibble. Other quirks: assigning jobs to fish, enrolling parrots in etiquette classes, hosting pet playdates, and photographing pets for elaborate social media stories. Humor emerges from pets in strollers, dogs attending yoga sessions, cats on laptops during �work meetings,� and giving motivational speeches to goldfish. Additional examples: creating pet-safe DIY furniture, celebrating graduation from obedience school, debating the merits of organic treats, and making holiday cards featuring the entire pet family. The piece highlights the blend of genuine care and hilariously over-the-top dedication pet owners display.