13 Ways Raising Kids and Dogs Is Exactly the Same

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(Pardon the graphic language)By Matt Buco & Jake Heppner | Distractify

Dogs are basically just furry kids and raising them is surprisingly similar.

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They chew on everything they can get their hands and/or paws on.

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You need to make sure they get a nap unless you want a tantrum.

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They can’t make it through a walk without getting tired and needing to be carried home.

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They need to have their favorite blanky with them at all times.

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The toilet paper roll is never safe.

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There will be poop and you will be the one cleaning it up.

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They will not be held back by simple gates.

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They never cooperate when you ask them to do something.

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They aren’t always too fond of the bathtub.

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They always want whatever you’re eating.

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They both try to hide from you, but usually fail miserably.

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They are excited to see you when you pick them up from daycare.

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But they are so damn cute, you don’t even think of these things as problems.

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