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18 adorable reasons to say "yes" to a pet.

If you need a dose of cute to brighten your day, this is it. Plus, it might just convince you to add to your family…

Since childhood, I’ve had my fair amount of pets. I’m talking six rabbits, four birds, two dogs and more fish than I can count. I’ve had so many pets that coming up with new and original pet names is a real challenge.

But let me guess, the conversation at home between you and your kids goes down exactly like it did for me as a child:

Child: “Mum can I please get a (insert cute, fluffy or adorable animal here)?”

Mum: “Ask your dad.”

Child: “Dad I really, really want a (insert cute, fluffy or adorable animal here). Please, can I have one?”

Dad: “Don’t even think about it.”

If you’re still “umm-ing” and “ah-ing” about opening your doors to an animal, I’m sure these pictures will give you a strong push down the pet path… CLICK THROUGH the gallery.

Do you think every kid deserves a puppy?