Online - June 10, 2004

Animal Instinct

Datemypet.com

For a cocker spaniel, Sam sure has good instincts about people.

Like when you were dating Billy, the completely normal-seeming banker who turned out to be a rage-a-holic with a deeply unnerving Crisco fetish. Sam disliked him from the first sniff.

And thus you learned: Never commit without your pet’s blessing. Just one reason to sign up for Datemypet.com. Less a dating service than a social network for pet owners, it’s great for meeting people who share your love of animals — or simply finding your pet a playmate. The just-launched site allows you to upload photos of yourself and your best friend and search for like-minded animals and humans. (For now, membership is free.) Even if you’re just looking for someone to chat with over dog walks or cat-grooming sessions, it’s a great way to ensure that any new humans in your life get the green light from Sam. Because, as we all know, it’s all about instinct.

And, judging from Billy, that’s one thing you’re just a smidge short on.

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