Everyone Is Too Obsessed With Their Dogs. I Want to Talk About Something Else!
Briefly

Having dinner with friends is increasingly overshadowed by pets, with people more focused on their dogs' needs than on meaningful interactions between friends.
Adopting pets during the pandemic has helped many, but it seems to divert attention in social situations, making companionship feel less prioritized.
Pets provide love and companionship, yet they should not replace human relationships, which include shared experiences and understanding that dogs can't fulfill.
Friends who bring their pets to gatherings may miss a crucial point: true friendship requires engagement with each other, not just the pets.
Read at Slate Magazine
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