The number of couples choosing not to have children has
risen in the UK and US over the decades. The reasons for deciding not to have
children vary greatly. Some common reasons include the belief that bringing
children into this world is inherently immoral, that they don’t wish to cause
suffering to a child in later life, couldn’t imagine themselves with children,
being restricted financially and having less time.
The list goes on, but each reason is personal and thought
out. This change in society even caused Pope Francis to respond in 2014. Pope
Francis sent a message to married couples asking them to raise children instead
of cats and dogs
Many of the couples and singles decide to put their parental
instincts to use by having pets rather than children. These individuals have
been shown to spend more money on their pets compared with individuals and
couples with children that are still living at home. Pets bring out the nurturing
side in humans that bond with their cats and dogs.
Child Free Couples Spending More on Pets
Pets that become part of a child free family will often be
more pampered. They are more likely to spend out on lifestyle improvements for
their animals, ensuring they have enriched homes and environments. The cost of
raising pets lavishly may sound expensive to some, but the cost is nothing
compared to raising a child. The money factor is one of the reasons that
couples don’t have children, along with freedom. Couples discuss the commitment
of having a pet but admit that it is possible to leave pets in the home for a
few hours a day, something that isn’t possible with children.
Do You Have a Fur Baby?
The term fur baby is one that is thrown around. Some people
see the term as insulting as it compares children with animals. Others openly admit
that they decided to have cats instead of children. If you head on over to r/childfree
subreddit you will come across many differing opinions and open discussions on
the topic.
Couples choosing not to have children are commonly told that
they will regret their decision or change their mind. But children aren’t for
everyone and in more recent years with the increase of women openly discussing
their choices is helping society to become more open to accepting the decision
to remain child free.
Do you have one or more fur babies? Do you think you spend
more freely on your furry family members compared with your friends that have
both children and pets? We’d love to hear your thoughts and listen to your opinions
and see photos of your pets, over on the ProtectaPet Facebook page.
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