"Pet Sharing" ... what are your thoughts?

[beeniesmom]

I saw this on the news and I do think it's a little strange.

It might be good for a person who isn't sure of the breed of dog they should get or for the person who recently lost a pet and wants a snuggle once in a while but no emotional committment.

[Ginger's Mom]

I think it would be too confusing for the animal. Would the rules and schedule be the same at both homes? Why would you want to share your pet with someone else? I don't think the idea works in divorce situations where both people are attached to the dog, why would it work where there was no joint living. No, I don't think I like the idea.

If someone wants to snuggle once in a while with no emotional commitment they can foster. It is not something that you have to do everytime you are called, you can decide whether it is right for you at that particular time. I would say that they could volunteer at a shelter, but I don't really know if the shelters need people to snuggle with the animals I think they need people who will walk, clean up after and train the animals.

Ooh, I just saw your post, Angie. It is good to hear from someone who has been in that situation.