fur babies

Pampered household animals

Fur babies is an affectionate term for pets, especially dogs and cats, treating them as equivalent to children.

The term reflects how some owners view their animals as family members deserving the same devotion as human offspring: I can't travel much—I have fur babies at home.

Sometimes used mockingly by those who find the comparison excessive.

companionship

companion

One who keeps company

confidant · loyal · faithful · comforting · unconditional · presence · greeting · following · shadow · constant

furry

fluffy

Soft and light-textured

coat · whiskers · paws · snout · tail · ears · belly · fluff · plush · velvety

care

feeding

Giving food to

leashes · collars · bedding · toys · treats · vaccinations · microchipping · spaying · neutering · bathing

affection

cuddles

Affectionate close holding

pampered · adored · doting · nuzzling · petting · bonding · devotion · fondness · attachment · tenderness

family

pets

Domesticated companion animals

rescue · shelter · empty-nester · pack · rehoming · fostering

Opposites
species/biology

fur babieskids

Young human offspring

babies · sons and daughters · flesh and blood · offspring · adopted children

legal/social status

fur babiesheirs

Those who inherit

rightful heirs

pet ownership philosophy

fur babiesanimals

Multicellular mobile organisms

working animals · livestock · farm animals · pets · guard dogs

Family

fur, baby, furs, furred, furry, furrier, furriest, babies, babyish

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G