From calling him “the big black thing” to “I can’t get up yet, he’s using my arm as a pillow”.4yr ⋅ cwolf116 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Dad sent this picture today of him cuddling with Gracie. He refers to her as, “The Cat Who Lives at Our House” instead of her actual name.5yr ⋅ Paperbot_CopperWolf ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I don't know what you see in her sooo much, she is just a cat or As long as she doesn't disturb me, it's ok were my dad's words in the first days with our cat.5yr ⋅ CosminSalam ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
From “that’s not my damn dog” to being completely inseparable. My dad with the surprise Christmas present he totally didn’t want!5yr ⋅ jordanalexsmith ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“I don’t want a dog because I don’t want to be the only one taking care of it”- guess who won’t let anyone else take care of the fluff 🤣5yr ⋅ uloaix ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“If you come home with another dog, I’m moving out” now they go on coffee runs together without me4yr ⋅ lexdraken ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My Dad claimed to “hate cats” while I was growing up. Today, he’s absolutely ecstatic while ensconced in cat butt. My parents are babysitting my meow while I’m away for work. They call him their grandson.4yr ⋅ gelekjeu ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Literally a month after not wanting to adopt a puppy saying: “dogs are just a waste of money and takes a lot of effort” to “oh no I have to have to carry her because I don’t want her paws to get burnt from the hot gravel”5yr ⋅ Joemclaud ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“Do not tell me your older sister got a dog?!!! That is a huge mistake!” Now loves when she comes and visits.5yr ⋅ PitifulGoat ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“You better keep that rat away from me” I walk into his office to see him chilling with the dog4yr ⋅ Zach22349 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad did not let us get a cat for a very long time. I got very sick a few years ago and asked for a cat before going into surgery, and now she's his favourite daughter...4yr ⋅ woodyshoody ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“I hate small dogs, they bark too much. No, we are not getting a Jack Russell Terrier.” We surprised him. 8 Years later and he couldn’t be happier.5yr ⋅ BebIsJesus ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
He said no for the longest time. And no pit bulls. Now they are inseparable and she has him wrapped around her paw.4yr ⋅ spinaz ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
From “No dogs in my car” to “But he wants to go on the road trip too!”5yr ⋅ Squib314 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
(Soon to be dad) When I first moved in: Fine you can bring your cat, I just don't want to deal with it4yr ⋅ cetacean_sensation ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Twelve years ago, my mom let me get a cat I'd fallen in love with at a shelter. My dad only grudgingly agreed. They've been besties for years. Found them like this last weekend, but he still doesn't like cats.5yr ⋅ ThisIsProbsTaken ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Dad said he never wanted a cat. Now he tells me to get the cats box so he has somewhere to sit.5yr ⋅ Icecreamcone18 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad who hates cats will now sit for an hour+ with his hand serving as her pillow while she naps5yr ⋅ gunner_jensen ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Before and After. My dad at 14. Then at...an older age. I never knew he had a dog at 14. Her name was Precious...4yr ⋅ anniewolfe ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I don't want that damn mutt in the house if she's not in her crate!5yr ⋅ sonerec725 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Maybe a bit different for this sub, but ~2 years ago my ex convinced me to adopt two kittens I did not want at all. I unfortunately had to put Midge down, but Dougie remains my best friend through it all.2yr ⋅ mvp2399 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“I absolutely don’t want cat hair in this house” Schlomo turned out to have the longest coat I’ve ever seen on a cat4yr ⋅ lolnicememebroseph ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“I hate cats and dog hair makes me lose my mind” said the tough Marine when we met. Here he is with his two best girls, Moo the cat and Abby the dog.3yr ⋅ AnnaBananner82 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Dad used to hate our cats and the fact that we used to feed the strays in our backyard. Now he loves them and has made shelters for the stray cats at his construction site, feeds them daily, names them, and regularly sends us pictures and updates of them.5yr ⋅ electraheart3 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad. After his backsurgery, he got a wheelchair that was put to good use.4yr ⋅ mariamus ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
not dad but mom 1 year ago: I don't want a cat, it's too much trouble. Mom now: *has a Christmas tree just for the cat* (she walked in her home a few months ago)1yr ⋅ Gold_Combination_520 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
He said no more cats but then instantly fell in-love with our cyclops5yr ⋅ mimco7 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I'd NEVER let a dog get on the bed with me.-My mom 15 years ago.3yr ⋅ Quirky_Quinn ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My husband has brain damage and didn’t think he could connect to a pet, let alone a cat. She adores him and he is head over heels for her. I’m crying from sheer joy.3yr ⋅ RowanRally ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My Dad who says he doesn't like cats after my brother's one came to visit4yr ⋅ BathroomDog ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
The “I’m not sure I’ll ever be able to get another one after losing my last one” starter pack5yr ⋅ ThatDIYCouple ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Cat stroller dad. Little Prince out observing the lawn being mowed5yr ⋅ kerrycooper ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Jam made him put his phone away! 73 year old with 3 month old2yr ⋅ sortedandunsorted ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“No. They are too much work, needy, and I am a minimalist.” Proceeds to build a Mid-Century doghouse with solar powered ceiling fan 🙄4yr ⋅ tihemo ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad absolutely hated the idea of getting another cat when our first cat ran away, here he is a couple of days later.5yr ⋅ PhillyLingLing ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad was never a ‘cat person’ until Leo DiCatrio showed up and adopted him. This little kitty is spoiled rotten!4yr ⋅ Discokitty14 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad always said he was never going to take care of Luna and that she was OUR responsibility and OUR dog only. He just sent the family group chat 7 different pictures of our dog dressed up and posing.4yr ⋅ ifokinlovepotatoes ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
You can keep him but I'll ignore him. I don't want to touch him and don't expect me to take care of him, I don't want him anywhere near me. Also Dad, Plato come here and help me delete my emails.4yr ⋅ heavenina-wildflower ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad, who never wanted a dog, and tulip the traitor terrier.5yr ⋅ erincini ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Always complains about having two dogs. Little Winnie comes to visit and suddenly he doesn’t mind having three.5yr ⋅ xxx420memedaddyxxx ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Dad who originally poo-pooed the idea of bunnies, then was the one who actually was on board when we were supposed to be “just looking”. Now he is the bun collector!2yr ⋅ SifuMommy ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I think Dads say they don't want pets because they can't handle the bond they form.4yr ⋅ corruptrevolutionary ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad: I hate cats they disgust me. A pic of my dad I found from the 80s says otherwise!2yr ⋅ Bone_Her_Sauce ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad Snapchats me everyday with pictures of the dog and my mom. He never wanted the dog.5yr ⋅ sendpuppypicsplease ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
What “I don’t actually care about the little shit” looks like3yr ⋅ katiekat410 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
He can't stay but we can hold onto him until we can figure out who else can take him story in the comments3yr ⋅ atomiccrouton ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
my special guy was abused by his last family, resulting in a huge distrust of any men. after a year with this sweetheart, he is now my dad's (who very openly argued on moving him in with me, i dont want any more stinky dogs) best friend :)2yr ⋅ biggayicecream3728 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
After our last family dog died my mom was absolutely not allowed to get another dog. Last year my dad surprised my mom with a puppy. Now the pup won’t leave his side when he’s home.4yr ⋅ notafed4real ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
It took me two years to convince him we should get a cat. Now they’re best friends and I’m not allowed to be the small spoon anymore!4yr ⋅ cchibear ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
When I went away for the summer in 2015 to do research I asked my Grampy to look after my bearded dragon Carini. He was not interested but eventually warmed up to the idea and then they became best friends!5yr ⋅ manderbou ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My step dad and my cat Doobie Burns having some quality time together watching the Bills game. Doobs passed away 5 days ago and I miss him so much3yr ⋅ lucyford20 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad, who wouldn’t let me get a dog growing up because he said he hated them.4yr ⋅ 08RedFox ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
He went from “hate dogs never want one they’re loud and horrible” to “Imma lay on the floor and nap with her”2yr ⋅ 114Silverstar ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Shameless self-post since my wife doesn’t Reddit. I was hesitant on our first dog, definitely did not want the second. But stuff happens and this is my life now4yr ⋅ ripgcarlin ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
complains all the time about how she stinks, but never seems to mind when she cozies up on the couch. also, beard twins!5yr ⋅ macaroniwitch ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“We don’t need to take care of another dang dog” - this was about a month after we got Ellie and he ate his words5yr ⋅ sectofpersonality ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I was worried about leaving my cat at my parents', especially because my dad isn't a fan of them. A month later, my dad texts me a pic of his new PC background3yr ⋅ Norythelittlebrie ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I made my dad, my cat, and myself matching friendship bracelets. He hasn’t taken it off since this morning5yr ⋅ katyatt ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“I’m more of a dog person.. don’t really like cats” He is now a cat person.5yr ⋅ conservio ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My parents were reluctant to get a bird. Now for 5 years Dirk has them wrapped around her claw and she sings to my dad when he comes home from work.5yr ⋅ gamnep ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My parents went my whole life without letting us get a pet for all those typical parent reasons. This little lady began to follow my dad on his mail route every day last year. Guess who has their first pet now?5yr ⋅ kveets94 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“I do not want any pets. I always end up taking care of them, and if we get one that is YOUR cat and YOUR responsibility.” Roughly 2 years later and he insists on caring for his princess himself, and ever since I left for school they have regular movie nights together.4yr ⋅ Octothorpe110 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
It was me, I’m the dad who didn’t want dogs. This was at 6am, the morning after our staff Xmas party.2yr ⋅ Harry_Saturn ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad asleep on the couch and snuggling with the stray puppy he “absolutely was not keeping” that we found in our yard about two months after having to put down our 12 & 14 year old dogs. Her name is Cricket.4yr ⋅ iBreezyChan ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Husband absolutely did not want to adopt our foster dog, a 13 y/o blind toy poodle. Now she is his Mona and brushes her every day.5yr ⋅ jennybunny07 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“That pit bull is going to cause you nothin but trouble. They aren’t safe!” Ten years later and this is what we have folks3yr ⋅ Sallyanonymous ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
After every walk, my dad sits with my dog on the front lawn for a few minutes because the dog likes the view5yr ⋅ jellylien ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
He said no cats. Now look what he’s done. He broke it. It’s ruined.5yr ⋅ xMyxUnicornx ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Dad wanted an Irish Wolfhound for the farm... ended up with the beauties instead.5yr ⋅ callenla723 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
When is it moving out a couple months later, he snuck him out of my room when he thought I wasn't home4yr ⋅ Tayloren52 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
If we can't find the owner in two weeks, he has to go to the shelter.4yr ⋅ hearke ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
He’s never let my other cats sleep on his side of the bed. When we brought Angus home from living under a dumpster, it was *only* to check his health and find him a home. Today is Angus’s three year adoptaversary.4yr ⋅ catshealmysoul ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
From “I do not want any more pets” to letting her chase him around the house and ambushing each other around corners4yr ⋅ Octothorpe110 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
No dogs! My husband said when I told him I'm going to the animal shelter to just look Obviously I didn't listen, and this is them now!5yr ⋅ pigsfly34 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
We will ONLY nurse her back to health, so don't get too attached.5yr ⋅ socksyness ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My roommate who claims cats are evil and I don't like them caught in the act4yr ⋅ ismellnumbers ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
He may not look like it, but he actually loves our little Coconut! I hear him make up silly songs to sing to her all the time4yr ⋅ mcguirecm28 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Dad before Christmas: No! no more pets (while running away from the picture of the foster kitten) Dad now: where’s the kitten it’s time for our nap4yr ⋅ auscientist ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My FIL (who absolutely doesn’t like animals) talking to my husband when it was time for Juno to get neutered: “Well let’s chop off your balls then since it’s so healthy! Don’t worry Juno, grandpa will be here for you the whole time!”3yr ⋅ nrjjsdpn ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My SO at the beginning of our relationship I dont like cats I prefer dogs!2yr ⋅ many_books_91 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
BONUS! He wasn’t thrilled when we got the dog, or when we got the news he would be a grandpa. But he makes sure to play with both every day4yr ⋅ NaynaRawks ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Stepdad was adamant that we weren’t getting a dog. He still calls her a gremlin, but I think their love is pretty mutual.3yr ⋅ lializzy ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I told my dad about this subreddit and he agreed that he qualifies since he still maintains that this is NOT his cat. They watch TV together like this every night.4yr ⋅ roxbox19 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Didn’t want a dog. Not really a dog person. Daughter wanted a dog. And here we are.4yr ⋅ CrivensAndShips ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I don't want this dog! I want a dog I can go hiking with like a German shepherd or a lab!... 11 years later.4yr ⋅ -DIrty__MARtini- ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
When I first brought this guy home in 2008 my dad “did not like cats”. Now they don’t take naps without each other and my dad adds to all his texts with how the cat (Pierre) feels about it. A grumpy old man’s best friend!4yr ⋅ queenermagard ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad was very against getting another cat but here he is making sure the car gets enough boxes and string to play with on Christmas morning4yr ⋅ ChronoMachete ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My cat knew from day one who she needed to win over. Finally, success.4yr ⋅ kpayne0802 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad said if in the rare event we get another dog, he will NEVER be allowed on the furniture... this is our 1yr old Newfoundland4yr ⋅ squeekycheesecurds54 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
I walk back in from cleaning my guinea pig’s cage in 39 degree weather to my dad having wrapped her in his shirt because “she was cold” in our 80 degree house2yr ⋅ MaddysinLeigh ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“you are NEVER bringing that cat into my house” 2 weeks later “PLEASE tell me you’re bringing your cat home for thanksgiving”4yr ⋅ goddamnlizardkingg ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
From no more cats! to take a picture of us in our matching Chanukah pajamas!3yr ⋅ medicalmystery1395 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Here’s my dad, who was terrified of dogs and never wanted one, giving our dog a photoshoot in his raincoat cos “he looks so cute!”4yr ⋅ diegoladiabla ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad didn’t want her at first, but now she’s his little princess👸🏼5yr ⋅ sweet_saying_ ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My boyfriend, who hated my grumpy cat Boobah, demonstrating the new bed because “maybe he will try it if he sees me in it.” It worked.4yr ⋅ Gazmocity ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
This is my dad spending an hour trying to teach my son how to use the cat door. Complete with things like You can do it! Dont give up!4yr ⋅ pennyunw1se ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
It took years to convince my husband to get a dog. We now have two, and this is his baby boy.3yr ⋅ mama_jackalope ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad was upset when I brought home a dog for summer break, I think he’s over it now...I dunno tho..5yr ⋅ kcb3122 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
No pets. Certainly not cats! I had no idea I could fall so hard for two kittens on day one. I am so in love. ❤4yr ⋅ AliasTonyKarn ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad who now brags that all of our rescue animals love him most4yr ⋅ ifrigginlovedogs ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
“Fine, get another puppy- but I’m having nothing to do with it.”5yr ⋅ ladylikely ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My father, who told me that if I got a dog it would “never step foot in this house”. He asked to dog sit for me for a month so I could “adjust to my new work schedule”, and became sad when I talked about picking my pup up early4yr ⋅ trekoor ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
Dad hates cats. Cat was feral and hates humans. Match made in heaven.5yr ⋅ FoggyOB ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
My dad after the passing of our golden: “We are never getting another puppy. I don’t think I could love another dog. ” Also my dad 7 months later:4yr ⋅ cedwards13 ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
We're never getting a second cat! - the boyfriend who got the 2nd cat and constantly takes pictures of him4yr ⋅ FlaxxtotheMaxx ⋅ r/dadswhodidnotwantpets
