answer:I don’t think most people put as much thought and planning into having a baby as you are into your puppy. We all should but I don’t believe most people do. Some children aren’t even planned. My first child was a surprise baby. I was pretty freaked out at first, but that was more because I’d just found a job, taken on a mortgage and then found out I was pregnant. I didn’t ever doubt my capacity to love and look after my child. I’m not sure I’ve ever planned anything too carefully. Like you, I can’t imagine giving up one of my pets. However, I do know that even with the best intentions sometimes things happen and the best carers have to find alternative care for their fur baby. And then there are the irresponsible people who just don’t care much.