My kitties and doggies DEFINITELY come first! My son complained last week because we went to Wal-Mart and I spent $95.00, and MOST of it was for our cats and dogs! He wanted a new fishing reel, and I told him "no" and when he asked why I spent so much on the pets, I told him it was because they were so little, and cute, and innocent, and appreciative, and loving, etc. I told him I USED TO BE the same way with him, but he outgrew that stage, whereas the pets NEVER will!