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Originally Posted by RedHeadGal
So I've never had a dog before. My mom hated pets, so I grew up that way. And now I'm thinking of getting a dog for various reasons. And I've been asking around for input. And trying to think of Mormons I know with dogs. Sure, I know some, but not so much families with kids. And most people I ask say "no way, don't get a dog." Maybe they have too many kids to be worrying about getting a dog?
Just thinking out loud here. And wanting to see at least one thread that isn't about gay marriage et al.
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I can see why Mormon women with a bunch of kids wouldn't want a dog - they are alot of work, and it's usually the woman who takes care of them.
That said, I don't think Mormondom is anti-dog. We just don't elevate them to near human-like status to the extent your average DINK liberal yuppie couple would. But my family had dogs growing up, and plenty of families in my current ward have dogs.