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Question 94

Many atheists have pets. What kinds of pet/s do you have and why did you choose that particular type of pet?

A German Shorthair pointer named Gunner. I chose a dog because dogs' instincts closely align with my own. We're both pack hunters and social animals, so we have a great deal in common. (Bill Thacker #1363)

I am currently the slave to two female furballs (one 19, the other almost 14).

Always have been a cat person, for many reasons, including their attitude, independence, curiosity, and that wonderful purring noise. (Keith Brannen #713)

I have two corn snakes named: Ozzy and Lita. They chose me, so I guess I'm their pet. (CTThegreat)

I have the requisite two dogs and two cats. But a few years ago I bought an Iguana for my wife. I don't think it provides the blood pressure and stress reductions of my furry friends, but he sure is keen to look at. I recommend them. Very low mantainence. (Brad Goodhouse #666)

In our house we have 3 dogs, two of which is a mother and daughter, as well as, a cat who is the boss and was our first pet. (DeeAnne Doseman-Flaws #112)

I, personally, am responsible for only one animal that currently resides with us. That would be our 11 year old Rotweiller named Gretchen. Linc, a white German Shephard, just showed up one day and decided to adopt us. As for the rest, I lay blame at the feet of my wife and two daughters. We have Queenie, a part Border Collie and part something else; two goats, Ruby and Faylene (sp?); four rabbits, ten ducks, five (or is it six) chickens, and... aw geez... somewhere in the neighborhood of 12-15 cats of all shapes, sizes, and colors.

They're scheming for horses next. *sigh* (Mongo76 #7)

I have one cat, a HUGE orange tabby named Reggie. I did not choose this pet, my family did, but we've had him for eight years now, and he kinda grows on you. :o)

I'm pretty sure I would be a cat person under any circumstances. Unlike dogs, cats are extremely independent-minded beings -- often to the annoyance of others. In that respect, they're much like freethinkers. ( Dave Holloway #1184)

My son and I have two rats (really cute albino ones) and an iguana. No real thought process went into them, I work at a college, and the science dept. got a bunch of rats for an experiment that never happened, so they were going to be given away as snake food, so the dept. coordinator gave them away as pets instead. I am also an actor, and am currently in a production of "The Taming of the Shrew." One of my cast mates' teenage son had lost interest in his iguana, so she sold it to me. (Stan Paul)

I have a matched set of white cats. I had cats when I was young, and I learned how they show affection. When you get a good cat, it's a great experience, and they're clean and (most of the time) pretty quiet critters. (Nemo #1331)

Two cats. One dog. Tank o' fish. I am a cat person. We have two middle-aged, fat, lazy, indoor cats named Toto and Kisa.
I never really liked dogs. They were always annoying and smelly. But then we met Gremlin (aka "Ratboy", aka "Wizzie", aka "The Greater North American Speckled Wizzie", aka "Captain Buzz-Butt"). Gremlin is a rat terrier and the coolest dog I have ever met. No odor, smart as whip, and generally pleasant to be around. Too bad he is nothing like a rat terrier is supposed to be :P. (Dan Talso #236)

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