Most people adore dogs unreservedly, but there are others who, for whatever reason, prefer to avoid them.

Seven years ago, Rachael Rodrigues acquired Oliver, a lovely Golden retriever puppy. She was ecstatic, but also a little shocked.

She was overjoyed, but she didn't know what to do with him because she was aware of her parents' feelings on dogs.

Rachael stated to The Dodo :

"My parents were strongly opposed to getting a dog since we had always had cats and they were unwilling to handle the extra effort (training, walking, grooming, etc.) that comes with having a dog."