Pet Quotes

“Cats are the lap-dancers of the animal world. Soon as you stop shelling out, they move on, find another lap. They're furry little sociopaths. Pretty and slick -- in love with themselves. When's the last time you saw a seeing-eye cat?”
― Andrew Vachss, Safe House

“A family is a unit composed not only of children but of men, women, an occasional animal, and the common cold.”
― Ogden Nash

“Pets reflect you like mirrors. When you are happy, you can see your dog smiling and when you are sad, your cat cries.”
― Munia Khan

“Civilization is only possible for deeply unpleasant animals. It is only an ape that can be truly civilized.”
― Mark Rowlands, The Philosopher and the Wolf

“Sleep crawled on top of me like an affectionate, purring pet-”
― M.L. Rio, If We Were Villains

“A pet rock is a serious commitment and too much responsibility for a ten year old to handle on his own”
― Kyle Adams, Dirty Zero

“Who shall tell the lady's grief
When her Cat was past relief?
Who shall number the hot tears
Shed o'er her, beloved for years?
Who shall say the dark dismay
Which her dying caused that day?”
― Christina Rossetti

“And what's more, he'll go and live with his friend unless his friend is allowed to come in and live with him...His friend must have a silk cushion just like his and sleep in your room too. Otherwise he will go and sleep in the coal-cellar with his friend”
― P.L. Travers, Mary Poppins

“The deadline is set and they think I am their pet.”
― Santosh Kalwar

“You might go on thinking that we cats are supporting characters in your human dramas, instead of souls in four-legged bodies with our own compelling destinies. Pet is a word I have always detested. Anyone who truly loves a cat must admit that it is a love between equals- it does not fall from a great height like rain, or pity.”
― Karen Russell, The Antidote

“I remember,' she breathed.

'Do you now?' He smiled, and just like everything else, it was a very Jacks-like smile. Sharper at one corner, giving the impression of being both cruel and playful all at once. It reminded her vaguely of the first time they'd met, when she'd thought he looked like a half-bored young noble, half-wicked demigod.

'Tell me, pet, just how much do you remember?”
― Stephanie Garber, A Curse for True Love

“My dear Orga is here on my lap, sleeping blissfully after I spoilt her with the best cuts of meat from the café and a great deal of cream. Rose made several withering remarks about the devilish nature of faerie cats, as well as my indulgence of her, which he seemed to think a bit maudlin, and yet I saw that old hypocrite sneak her several morsels from his dinner plate when he thought I wasn't looking. Like Shadow, she has adopted a glamour here, and presently looks every bit the part of an ordinary mortal cat, apart from her eyes, which flask like gold coins.”
― Heather Fawcett, Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands

“Trees are sentient. That’s why I pet their leaves. They have feelings, but it’s not like they read books.”
― Jarod Kintz, Me and memes and memories

“You shouldn't be here.'

'Neither should you!' Evangeline shouted.

...

'What are you doing?'

'I think you already know the answer, pet. You just don't like it much.”
― Stephanie Garber, A Curse for True Love

“Sleeping is a very tiring activity.”
― Aegelis, Definitive Nobody, Derek Barley

“Trees don't poop. Think about THAT next time you choose a pet. They also don't need you to take them for walks.”
― Jarod Kintz, Me and memes and memories

“I have no idea what you eat,” I murmur, frowning. “But we’ll find something. I’m sure Lore will help. You’ll like him. He’s got your eyes.”

“If you’re planning on naming the barghest after the redcap, don’t.” Drystan’s tone is downright frosty as he checks Blizzard’s tack once more. “He’ll become insufferable.”
― Marie Mistry, Beyond the Faerie Gate

“Aren’t lylle pigs supposed to be really intelligent?” I asked, as he caught a wing and then immediately yelped, rearing back to shake his snout. “Why do they have wings, anyway?”
― Jane Washington, A World of Lost Words

“We care deeply for the creatures that depend on us, expecting nothing, really, and getting so very much from them. Loving them takes courage, because love requires daring. Daring to risk the pain of loss--and accepting that they will only ever be temporary in our lives. Mourning them when they are gone speaks of our bond with them, and our willingness to give loss its due--by feeling it fully, then recovering wisely. Our animals make us better people. We do not abuse our strength, and we do not deny our empathy.”
― Mercedes Lackey, Valdemar

“What shall I do with you, Prince of Elfhame?' Wren asks.

'If you mean for me to be your pet,' he says, 'there's no reason to return me to my pen. My leash is very secure, as you have shown. You have only to pull it taut.”
― Holly Black, The Prisoner’s Throne

“Kittens are as lively as the days of spring. They make everybody happy.”
― Bhuwan Thapaliya

“Dogs are social animals by nature, and a few need extra interest than others. However, in case your dog seems clingier than standard, it could sign something extra huge. Whether your canine is feeling stressed, bored, or absolutely following its breed instincts, knowing why they’re so connected will help you respond higher to their needs.

Let’s dive into the 10 reasons why your canine may be so clingy and the way you could deal with each of these troubles.

10 Reasons Why Your Dog Is So Clingy

1. Separation Anxiety
2. Lack of Confidence
3. Health Problems
4. Age-Related Issues
5. Breed Traits
6. Changes in Routine or Environment
7. Boredom
8. Unintentional Reinforcement
9. Past Trauma
10. Protective Instincts”
― George Mackay

“Once, a date informed me, ‘I’m not ready for a relationship, but my cat thinks you’re
great.’ It takes resilience to discern when it’s time to gracefully exit.”
― Léon RocheBlance

“There's more talk in the tail of a dog than any other part.”
― Wyatt B. Pringle, Jr.

“A pet may leave your lap, but never your life. With every stitch, Petslify helps you hold them close again.”
― Petslify

“It’s scary to put your guilt down on paper, but it allows you to understand that certain lessons are only learned by living.”
― Elena Ragazzoni, Treasure Is In Memories: Diary of a Feline Love

“Perché i ricordi non si cancellano, ma ne facciamo tesoro e restano impressi nella memoria e marchiati con l’inchiostro nero sul bianco della carta di un libro.”
― Elena Ragazzoni, Il tesoro è nei ricordi: Diario di un amore felino

“You can't love if you don't allow yourself to suffer.”
― Elena Ragazzoni, Treasure Is In Memories: Diary of a Feline Love

“Life is not living
because if you don't take a leap in the dark
you never live.”
― Elena Ragazzoni, Treasure Is In Memories: Diary of a Feline Love

“De manhã, quando a gente chegava à nossa baia, tinha sempre um gato branco deitado na mesa de P. O encarregado da limpeza disse que podia dar um jeito nele, Tá tranquilo, o bichinho não faz mal pra ninguém. No começo era o gato do hangar. Depois virou o gato da nossa ilha. Até que chegamos um dia pela manhã e o bicho parecia meio morto.  Nunca vi alguém tão desesperado pela vida de um animal que sequer lhe pertencia. Foi aí que ele virou o gato da P.

Penélope segurou o gato, que mais parecia um tigre-de-bengala em seu colo, e correu com dificuldade em direção ao pátio. Pediu ao seu Geraldo, o motorista, que o levasse ao veterinário mais próximo, e rápido.  A lamúria da P. durou uma semana, o tempo da internação. Penélope foi visitá-lo todos os dias e voltava com boletins não solicitados da evolução do quadro. Eu não aguentava mais aquela ladainha toda.  Quando ela voltou com o bicho recém-operado dentro da caixa de transporte, seu Geraldo despontou atrás com sacolas enormes, trazendo o enxoval completo comprado no pet shop. Penélope depositou a caixa cuidadosamente no canto da sua mesa. Dava para ver um colchãozinho xadrez. Não tem gato? Então, não tem. É uma gata. Penélope mostrou a plaquinha de identificação como nome Lady Gata e o número do celular dela. É isso, agora a gata mora aqui com a gente. Alguém tem alergia? Bateu uma caixa de Fenergan em cima da mesa. Sem protestos.”
― Jeovanna Vieira, Virgínia mordida