Doggy Daycare: 6 Reasons Why Raising a Pet is like Raising a Boy

Anyone who has raised a pet or a boy will understand what I mean when I say doing either requires a ton of work. I have a son, and my family and I recently got a new puppy, Lola, a 10-week-old boxer. And I have to say, although one has more fur than the other -- and perhaps a bit more slobber -- the two have been surprisingly similar to raise. So if you're thinking about adopting a pet in the new year, don't dive in just yet. While having a pet around can be a huge mood booster and ultimately a lot of fun, raising a pup or a kitty really is no cake walk! Click through for 6 reasons why raising a pet is like raising a boy! - By Roxanna Sarimento

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