furbabies
Pets as children
Furbabies is an affectionate term for pets, especially dogs and cats, treated as beloved family members or surrogate children.
The word reflects how some pet owners view their animals as equivalent to human offspring: My furbabies sleep in the bed with me.
Often used playfully, though sometimes mockingly by those who find the sentiment excessive.
Also spelled fur babies.
Forming close connections
- loyaltyFaithful commitment to another
- affectionWarm emotional attachment
- unconditional loveAffection given freely, always
- cuddlesAffectionate close holding
snuggles · emotional support · comfort · attachment · devotion · closeness · togetherness · greeting
Doctor for animals
- groomingSelf-care for appearance
- vaccinationAdministered immunity booster
- microchipMiniature semiconductor processor
- spaySterilize a female animal
neuter · petfood · treats · collar · leash · litterbox · kennel · crate
Extremely endearing
- fluffySoft and light-textured
- cuddlyPleasantly huggable
- preciousHighly esteemed, greatly valued
- snugglyComfortably warm and close
squee · wiggly · fuzzy · squishy · smooshy · chonky · floofy · derpy
Attributing personal characteristics
- personificationAttributing humanity to non-humans
- personalitiesIndividual character traits
- emotionalityCapacity for strong feelings
- sentienceCapacity for subjective experience
cognition · outfits · costumes · birthday parties · strollers · clothing · accessories · family photos
Caring for children
- fatheringMale role in procreation
- nurturingSupportive care-giving
- caretakingAttending to needs
- childfreeIntentionally without offspring
empty nest · spoiling · doting · providing · protective · raising · family member · household
bonding
Forming close connections
- loyaltyFaithful commitment to another
- affectionWarm emotional attachment
- unconditional loveAffection given freely, always
cuddles · snuggles · emotional support · comfort · attachment · devotion · closeness · togetherness · greeting · separation anxiety
veterinarian
Doctor for animals
- groomingSelf-care for appearance
- vaccinationAdministered immunity booster
- microchipMiniature semiconductor processor
spay · neuter · petfood · treats · collar · leash · litterbox · kennel · crate · pet insurance
adorable
Extremely endearing
snuggly · squee · wiggly · fuzzy · squishy · smooshy · chonky · floofy · derpy · toe beans
humanization
Attributing personal characteristics
- personificationAttributing humanity to non-humans
- personalitiesIndividual character traits
- emotionalityCapacity for strong feelings
sentience · cognition · outfits · costumes · birthday parties · strollers · clothing · accessories · family photos · holiday cards
mothering
Caring for children
- fatheringMale role in procreation
- nurturingSupportive care-giving
- caretakingAttending to needs
childfree · empty nest · spoiling · doting · providing · protective · raising · family member · household · siblings