The Pom That Was Never Pam's

In the past couple of days, I had this crazy pet adopting itch that I could not get over. I had been searching online for small dogs that are ready to be adopted and want nothing but love and care from a new home. It's a stupid idea since I am about to have major changes in my personal and work life, and having a pet would totally overdo it.

I chanced upon an ad on Craigslist about a 6-month old Pomeranian: very cute, 6 lbs. only and had puffy hair. I thought, awww, perfect! The adoption will include his crate, months worth of food, bed and other accessories. It was such a great deal!

David is supportive but always reminded me of the amount of commitment it entails having a dog here in New York. I didn't heed, I was in the moment of wanting to fulfill a "want". Let me list down what "pet dog commitment" means here in NYC.

1. Waking up earlier than usual to walk the dog in the morning. That shouldn't be a problem, but I almost barely get to work just in time with the amount of sleep I get each night.

2. Potty-training ~ without weewee pads.

3. Travel drawbacks ~ no pets are allowed in any public transportation (unless it's a blind guide dog, or a teeny tiny dog you contain in a travel bag), and most hotels don't allow pets in.

4. Going home after work (instead of going straight to dinner with friends) to feed and walk the dog.

5. Or... giving up gimmicks to stay at home with the dog.

6. If you are lazy, you can hire a dogwalker for $16 per walk. (!@#!$!%#%)

7. Picking up after your dog each time you go for a walk.

8. Last but not the least, your s.o. is allergic.

Suffice to say, I am just saying all the repercussions of owning one, but there are more reasons why people who live in this city still decide to own a pet dog, or three.

I didn't end up taking the dog, because of the above reasons. Yeah, I got over it. I probably will adopt eventually. There is no shortage of dogs in this country, and when I'm ready, the perfect dog will come to me.



Isn't he cute?