“Our Dogs Aren’t Just Pets — They’re Chosen Family.”
For generations, LGBTQ+ individuals have formed deep, emotional bonds with animals — particularly dogs and cats — that go far beyond standard pet ownership. These bonds aren’t just anecdotal; they’ve been studied, documented, and celebrated in sociology, psychology, and queer culture.
During Pride Month, we often honor love in all its forms — romantic, familial, and platonic. But one often overlooked kind of love is the quiet, healing, unwavering devotion between LGBTQ+ people and their pets.