Through out college, especially during finals week students need some form of a stress relievers. Pets such as dogs and cats can solve these problems but they can also create new ones. As this Daily Texan article titled "Students should reconsider getting pets while in college" by Emily Vernon explains, pets for a college student should be something to truly reconsider. Even though it might seem like a good idea to have what the Daily Texan calls a fury friend, consider the cost of owning a pet and whether the pet will live a life trapped in doors all day or have the life it deserves. College students paying up to $30,000 a year while taking five classes at UT-Austin will most likely become unable to supply their animal with the proper attention they require. For those who are renting they could also be charged even up to $500 a month to keep a pet, and if the student ends up moving buildings the other building might not allow pets at all. "The life of an animal shouldn't be taken lightly or treated as a disposable object," Hannah Horstman, events and outreach manager for Austin Pets Alive said.
I agree with Vernon, a lot of students already have to much on their plate. It might seem like a good idea because you'll have a way to relieve stress, or you'll never be alone, or any other reason but it can build more stress if your not efficient at controlling it. As for your pet do you really think it wants to be locked inside all day while you attend your five classes and sit indoors studying all day and that not even including work. How will you pay those potential $500 monthly charge for your pet, plus checkups for you pet and their food and so on. The list is never ending. Over all I think Vernon has a strong point. Even though Some students I do believe are capable of taking care of their pets with every need to be met, i doubt they want to figure out if they can provide every need.
I agree that many pets are not being well taken care of, but not everyone abuses their pets. Although college is a hand full, that does not mean a student isn't capable of caring for their pet. Yes students have to go to class, do homework and sometimes even work, but if someone really truly cares about their pet they would make time for them. Plus I believe having a pet helps people... pets can be a best friend. Talking and caring for a pet can help students forget about their problems and school for a bit. Caring for a pet can also be a learning experience for some students. They would have to figure out what kind of responsibilities it takes to care for another life. And although some apartments require pet deposits and charges rent for pets, that shouldn't be a reason to stress. If someone can afford it then why not.
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