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#2

“We Can’t Keep It” - My Dad 10 Months Ago

Final score:

822points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

The cat loves your dad. I think the feeling is mutual.

190points

#3

No Matter How Much I Begged, My Dad Never Let Me Have A Pet When I Was Younger. This Is Him Dragging My Cat In A Box (Which He Named The “Kitty Express”) While Making Train Noises, And Laughing Like A Child

No Matter How Much I Begged, My Dad Never Let Me Have A Pet When I Was Younger. This Is Him Dragging My Cat In A Box (Which He Named The “Kitty Express”) While Making Train Noises, And Laughing Like A Child

Final score:

804points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

Anyone who says that they don't like cats has obviously never spent time with one. Cats are enchanting. Mind you, the kitty here does not look terribly amused.

226points

It turns out, the emotional connection between middle-aged men and pets is not just in our heads. Bored Panda spoke to Chris Blazina, a psychologist and professor at New Mexico State University College of Education, who researches the emotional and psychological connection between men and dogs.

He is also the author of two books: “When Man Meets Dog,” which was recognized with the National Indie Excellence Book Award in the Men’s Health category, and “Men And Their Dogs: A New Understanding of Man’s Best Friend.”

Chris told us that in Western culture, “there is a very rigid approach to what is considered ‘masculine’; these include being stoic, tough, and denying a need to emotionally bond with others.”

This results in a complex issue because for “all the rigid rules, men are still social creatures that are hardwired to make and sustain emotional bonds with others.” It explains why, in popular culture, depictions of "masculine" men bonding with cute little pets are so rare.

#4

No Dogs!

Final score:

773points

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Sergio Bicerra Descalzi 4 years ago

No dogs will live in my house... so I'll make him one! And that's my last word!

194points

#5

Caught Him Hugging The Giant Dog He Didn't Want, He Was Also Singing The Dog His Own Personal Song

Final score:

772points

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Gwen Pollock 4 years ago

I make up little songs to sing to my dog as well!

156points

#6

He Never Wanted A Dog. Four Days After They Met, She Helped Him To Recover From A Stroke

Final score:

772points

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Phoebe Bean 4 years ago

Wishing you well, sir.

245points

However, in reality, as men age, “their bond with their animal companions can take on a more complex and central role,” explained Chris.

He also added that it happens due to men’s social networks that are usually smaller. “As males age, they shrink to the size of a postage stamp—a romantic partner and if they are lucky, an animal companion,” said the professor. Hence, emotional support is dependent on very few connections.

#7

Dad Went From "You're Taking Him With You When You Leave." To "Are You Really Gonna Take Him With You??"

Final score:

771points

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Sethurama Iyer 4 years ago

Cat: nahhh I don't want to leave either. Dad is better.

224points

#8

“He’s Only Going To Be In The Way, I’ll Step On Him”

Final score:

770points

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Jjjane20 4 years ago

Kangaroo dad

182points

#9

Dad: "No Animal Allowed In This House!". Also Dad:

Final score:

747points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

Dad is lounging on the floor whilst the kitty is on the bed, doing its thing. No one wants to disturb a cat.

164points

If your dad appears to love the new family pet more than his kids, it may just be so. “In one study, 45% of middle-aged men were more likely to turn to their dogs in times of emotional support than any other connection—parents, friends, siblings, and adult children; the only bond that rivaled the one with a dog was their significant other,” said Chris.

What makes the matter even more difficult is that the research suggests that males tend to “mask and underreport their emotional behaviors and feelings for their dogs; for fear of being thought less manly.” This sense of convert intimacy is what many onlookers do not fully understand from the outside.

#10

He’s Never Been A Dog Person. Ever. And Now My Dad Takes Yuki Sailing And Talks To Her Wherever They Go

“Shall we garden today? Ooh let’s dig a hole. Where shall we dig it? Over there! That’s good digging. Would you like a carrot? Some water? Shall we get the paper and do the crossword?”.

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Final score:

715points

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Dorothy Parker 4 years ago

Yuki looks like she knows she's the most beloved little girl..

156points

#11

My Dad (79) Went From “I Don’t Want That Dang Cat” To Carrying Her To “Her Room” For Bed Each Night

Final score:

671points

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Phoebe Bean 4 years ago

Cat smirking!

176points

#12

He Was A Firm Opponent Of The Hairless Cat But Skin To Skin Is The Best Way To Connect

Final score:

668points

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Phoebe Bean 4 years ago

"I´ve got you under my skin" playing in the background.

130points

#13

If Your Dad Didn’t Say “We Are Not Keeping The Cat” And Then Bond With Her And Love Her The Most Is He Even Your Dad?

Final score:

656points

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Evelína Zlá 4 years ago

The little smile...

238points

#14

It Took 3 Years To Convince Him Since "He's More Of A Cat Person." He Finally Agreed As Long As The Pup Wasn't Allowed On The Bed Or Furniture. This Is Now What I Wake Up To Every Morning

Final score:

655points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

I like the new hair piece. It suits him.

176points

#15

"That Brown Dog" Became "Brown Dog" Became "Mr. Brown" Became "Doc Brown Wants To Stay With Me When You Move Out." Doc Brown Did Move Out With Us, This Is Their First Reunion After About 6 Months

Final score:

651points

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SoozeeQ 4 years ago (edited)

Gorgeous! Such love on both sides.

128points

#16

Dad - "I Dont Want A Dog!" Also Dad - "Gaston Need Is Own Bed And Night Table"

Final score:

648points

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Sethurama Iyer 4 years ago

Nooo one sleeps like Gaston no one reads like Gaston…

302points

#17

My Grumpy Dad When He Holds Up The Cat So She Can Look Out The Window

Final score:

644points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

Pops is a little less grumpy around the kitty.

138points

#18

My Dad: I Don't Want Dogs In This House. Also My Dad:

Final score:

641points

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Phoebe Bean 4 years ago

Well done, Dad!

156points

#19

I Wasn't Keen On Getting Cats ( I Can't Even Pet Them), I Now Watch Videos For Cats With Luna At Least Once A Day

Final score:

628points

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ƒιѕн 4 years ago

Luna looks content just being with you.

163points

#20

My Dad Said No Dogs Ever Again After Our Last One Passed Several Years Ago. My Mom Has Always Wanted A Dachshund, But They Both Agreed To Wait Until Retirement. But He Recently Realized That “Life Is Too Short Not To Try To Make Her Smile Every Day”

My Dad Said No Dogs Ever Again After Our Last One Passed Several Years Ago. My Mom Has Always Wanted A Dachshund, But They Both Agreed To Wait Until Retirement. But He Recently Realized That “Life Is Too Short Not To Try To Make Her Smile Every Day”

Final score:

626points

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Francis 4 years ago

What a great hubby! And a cute puppy :) and how happy mum is!!! I love this

177points

#21

My Father, Who Used To Hate Cats, And Linus, My Cat

Final score:

626points

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SoozeeQ 4 years ago

Linus does not look amused!

98points

#22

My Dad: Can We Return It??? If We Keep It, It Can’t Go On The Furniture And I Want Nothing To Do With It. My Dad, Out Loud, More Days Later: “Let’s Move This Pillow To Give You More Room. Are You Comfy? Do You Want Some Pets? Let’s Read Together”

My Dad: Can We Return It??? If We Keep It, It Can’t Go On The Furniture And I Want Nothing To Do With It. My Dad, Out Loud, More Days Later: “Let’s Move This Pillow To Give You More Room. Are You Comfy? Do You Want Some Pets? Let’s Read Together”

Final score:

625points

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Rainbow Panda 4 years ago

Reading together 📖 aww 🥰

120points

#23

My Dad Dressed "The Dog He Didn't Want" In My Childhood Dress He Kept For His First Grand Daughter

Final score:

624points

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Phoebe Bean 4 years ago

Well, in his defense that is his first grand-DOGhter!!

250points

#24

Hubs Was Never A Cat Person. Now He Tells Me How They Individually Like To Be Pet, And They All Behave And Don’t Fight When Sitting By Daddy. I Don’t Know Who Trained Who

Final score:

614points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

I love your group of cats! And, they're so well behaved.

132points

#25

My Dad Didn’t Want A Dog. I Watched Him Cry At The Shelter When This Guy Sat On His Lap. I Knew It Was All Over. Welcome Home Beni

Final score:

612points

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Natalie Bohrteller 4 years ago (edited)

I feel that some dads are just too scared of becoming emotionally involved because pets are most likely to pass before we do....

240points

#26

Dad Didn’t Want A Dog. Dad And The Dog:

Final score:

610points

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Phoebe Bean 4 years ago

But dog wanted a dad!

230points

#27

In 7 Months We've Progressed From "We're Not Getting A Dog. Period." To This

Final score:

603points

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ImaDerp 4 years ago

Woah, that dad has some talent

182points

#28

My Dad Who “Didn’t Want A Cat” Showing Lucas Every Item Of The Weekly Shop Because “He Wants To See What We’ve Got”

Final score:

593points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

I love this one because it made me laugh. Even I don't do this with my cats.

142points

#29

My Husband, The Life Long Cat Hater. He Found Crookshanks Abandoned On A Job And Offered Some Token Resistance When I Wanted To Bring Him Home. Six Months In And While They've Been Tight Since Day 1, He Often Remarks That Crook Is The Weirdest Dog He's Ever Had

My Husband, The Life Long Cat Hater. He Found Crookshanks Abandoned On A Job And Offered Some Token Resistance When I Wanted To Bring Him Home. Six Months In And While They've Been Tight Since Day 1, He Often Remarks That Crook Is The Weirdest Dog He's Ever Had

Final score:

585points

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nanashi 4 years ago

well, that IS a weird "dog" lol

136points

#30

My Dad Complains That Remus Lays In His Lap Anytime He Sits Down. This Is The Smile I Got After Saying How Jealous I Am

Final score:

578points

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kasa alex 4 years ago

The cat looks so in love

148points

#31

Apparently My Dad Now Plays Guitar Every Night For The Cats He Never Wanted To Adopt

Final score:

561points

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ImaDerp 4 years ago

The cats look like mini black panthers

116points

#32

My Husband "Doesn't Like Cats" And Refused To Let Me Get A Kitty For The Longest Time. He Now Gives The Kitten A Dab Of Cream Cheese Every Morning And Naps With Him On The Couch... But Maintains That He Doesn't Like The Little Dude

My Husband "Doesn't Like Cats" And Refused To Let Me Get A Kitty For The Longest Time. He Now Gives The Kitten A Dab Of Cream Cheese Every Morning And Naps With Him On The Couch... But Maintains That He Doesn't Like The Little Dude

Final score:

548points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

You do realize that it's all an act? Hubby is trying to keep up appearances.

136points

#33

Update, Over A Year After Dad Finally Said Ok To Our (His) Cat, Here Is Big Mechanic Dad Enjoying The Fall Fire With His Little Boy

Final score:

541points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

Oh, my God - I love that your dad is taking the cat out in a protective stroller. KItty is definitely a daddy's boy.

200points

#34

My Dad Who Did Not Want Pets Comforting A Scared Pup On His First Vet Trip

Final score:

529points

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Chuckie 4 years ago

I think sometimes grown man dont want a pet because deep down they know they will get attached and feel so much love for them, it scares them to become a soft hearted person. I dont know if that makes sense. My dad never wanted a cat at first, he hated the idea. Then we got our cat and when she died at 13 years old from cancer, my dad cried like a child. Ive never seen him cry in his life.

250points

#35

Dad: I Don't Want A Pet, So Stop Pestering Me About It. Also Dad: Please Go On Vacation So I Can Hang Out With My Grandson Again

Final score:

521points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

I see that your dad likes to kittysit the cat.

96points

#36

"I'm A Cat Person," He Said. Now, "Where's Penny?! I Need Penny! I Can't Sleep Without My Doggy!"

Final score:

508points

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Dorothy Parker 4 years ago (edited)

Penny was blessed to be there. Isn't that a superhero cape on your dad?

94points

#37

My Dad: I Want Nothing To Do With That Pile Of Hair. Also My Dad: Let Me Build Him His Dog House With My Own Two Hands, Complete With Stairs And A Dog Door Leading Into The House So He Can Have His Own Room And His Own Bathroom

My Dad: I Want Nothing To Do With That Pile Of Hair. Also My Dad: Let Me Build Him His Dog House With My Own Two Hands, Complete With Stairs And A Dog Door Leading Into The House So He Can Have His Own Room And His Own Bathroom

Final score:

505points

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Phoebe Bean 4 years ago

Awesome!

88points

#38

“We Are Never Getting A Cat” - My Husband

Final score:

491points

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Rainbow Panda 4 years ago

King of all kittens, here is a humble home for your liking.

102points

#39

My Dad Always Talks Smack About My Cat And I Come Into The Living Room To Find This

Final score:

481points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

It's always wonderful when a cat chooses to be near you. They are not as aloof as some people believe.

120points

#40

My Dad Claims He Doesn’t Love Our Dog, But He Built This End Table With A Little Hut For Her. If That’s Not Love, I Don’t Know What Is

Final score:

477points

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FloC 4 years ago

He doesn't love her, he adores her :D

122points

#41

My Dad After He Said “Keep The Damn Cat Off The Bed”

Final score:

474points

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Rainbow Panda 4 years ago

Puffy cloud ☁️ has entered the bed. Warning ⚠️: Cats are not allowed. Puffy cloud has not been accepted as a cat. Entered the bed.

106points

#42

Dad: "If We Get A Tortoise I'm Not Looking After It" Also Dad: "Get Comfy, Hector, And Let Me Show You Pictures Of Your Brethren"

Final score:

471points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

Both tortoises are adorable! Hector is very lucky.

76points

#43

My Dad: No, We’re Not Getting Another Dog!! Also My Dad:

Final score:

465points

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Monty Is Fiennes 4 years ago

Labradors have the power to break you and make you theirs.....

108points

#44

“If You Get A New Puppy, I Won’t Want Anything To Do With It. I Won’t Let It Out. I Won’t Touch It. I Won’t Feed It. You’re Fully Responsible. I Want Nothing To Do It With. Deal?”

Final score:

449points

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Rainbow Panda 4 years ago

Deal broken.

112points

#45

I Present To You, My Dad Who Didn’t Want Another Dog

Final score:

448points

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Dorothy Parker 4 years ago

Undoubtedly because it destroys him when they pass on.

92points

#46

My Dad Says He “Doesn’t Like Animals” Including Hammie

Final score:

439points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

Well, Hammie is being carried around the house in a pocket that is close to your dad's heart.

108points

#47

“A Dog Will Never Be Allowed In My Car Or On My Bed” - My Dad

Final score:

424points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

That's laying down the law!

92points

#48

My Boyfriend Who Thought All Cats Were Evil Is Now Doing Indoor Rock Climbing To Reach Her. Why? Cause He Wanted To Kiss Her Forehead

Final score:

422points

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Raine Soo 4 years ago

That looks dangerous.

174points

#49

My Dad's Officially Part Of The Club. He Told We Would Not Be Taking A Dog Home Today. This Is Him Hours Later

Final score:

415points

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ImaDerp 4 years ago

The dog tho... Coke. I want the Coke. Let go of me hooman

64points