Caring for a pet can be as complicated as caring for a child.  Your pet needs food, toys and a lot of attention.  According to brandongaille.com the majority of American households have one or more pets, the most popular being dogs and cats.   They provide us companionship, love and are good for our health.  But, life happens and caring for our pets during difficult times can be a challenge.

Chores aren't getting done.  The dog hasn't been walked in days and your washing dishes needed right before every meal.  Ever feel like you're overloaded, overworked and just plain over it?

Sure they're cute, but is it time for a new pet?  Hopefully you are reading this article before you wandered into a pet store and were approached by the knowledgeable, teenage kennel tech who said in a chipper upbeat voice, "Hi! Welcome to Pet World.  Would you like to hold a puppy?!" 

Our pets are like members of our family.  It's not easy to part with our furry, four legged friends following a separation and divorce.  But, sharing custody can become incredibly challenging due to the varied circumstances of an average divorce.

Many couples consider their pet a member of the family and would like shared custody following a break-up. However, there may be some obstacles that present themselves in this situation. So, before deciding on sharing Fido with your ex, it might be worth considering some of the following: