I'm Right You're Wrong Buying Vs. Adopting a Dog ft. Ceara Jane O'Sullivan: Right or Wrong?
Apr 23, 2025
This week, SNL Writer and comedian Ceara Jane O'Sullivan joins the conversation, bringing her wit and insights from her Petty Crimes Podcast. The discussion tackles the heated debate of adopting versus buying a dog, highlighting the ethical dilemmas involved. Ceara shares humorous anecdotes while critiquing the desire for trendy breeds like labradoodles. They also explore the quirks of pet ownership and delve into societal perceptions surrounding adoption, filled with laughter and heartfelt moments.
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Adopting Reflects True Animal Love
- Ceara O'Sullivan argues that buying a dog reflects consumerism, not true animal love.
- She believes breeding should be illegal until all shelter animals are adopted.
Buying Dogs Equals Custom Creation
- Issa Medina compares buying a dog to having a child customized by genetics.
- She claims bought dogs are often loved more and less likely to be given up.
Accept 'Good Enough' Shelter Dogs
- Ceara advises people to find 'good enough' dogs in shelters instead of demanding perfect breeds.
- She emphasizes adapting to less-than-perfect pets to reduce consumerism.