Okay, I posted once before about this, a few months ago, but it was buried in a much longer post. So, I'm gonna try again; because other than Kate (thanks!), I've heard no other thoughts.
Now, with the notable exception of Amy in rat form, no one on Buffy had a pet. But, after Chosen, when they are spread to far corners of the world without their friends and family, I picture them getting animals. I am not taking into account the comics, FYI. Here are my thoughts in that direction; let me know what you think.
Buffy & Dawn: They never had pets, but I picture Joyce as one of those moms who fed stray cats, and let you go up to random dogs at the park. I'd say they're ambivalent. They'd be happy to play with or take care of an animal if a boyfriend or roommate brought one around, but would not actively acquire their own pet. Although, Dawn seems more cat person, and Buffy more into dogs.
Xander: I think without his friends, and after the loss of Anya, Xander wants something to take care of, that needs him. It might not be a traditionally affectionate pet, like a dog or cat, but I do see him seeking an animal companion. My thought right now is a snake, or a bird of some kind. He'd probably get a parrot, because he'd think that was funny.
Willow: Without her parents and roommates there to say no, Willow would likely have animals. She liked having Amy around, and Miss Kitty Fantastico. They might be strays, or her own, but I think Willow will find some type of furry creatures to care for. And, possibly a lizard.
Giles: Faced with being the new head of the Watcher's Council, or even a high-ranking member of the surviving Watchers, I don't think Giles would seek out a pet. Of course, if the 'Council House', or wherever they are now that the old place blew up, had a cat wandering around, I think he would pet it. And possibly give it milk.
Spike: You just know he's a closet animal lover. Spike's personality seems so feline to me, that I can't picture him with a cat. That might not makes sense to anyone but me; but it would almost be like having another him hanging about. Spike, to me, is a dog guy. And not a 'toy dog' guy, or a guy who would get a really cute dog like a golden retriever to attract women. I picture him with a bulldog or mastiff mutt mix.
Angel: Now, here's a cat guy. Short hair, though. He wants a pet, so he'll feel needed, but nothing too pressuring; dogs need to be walked, after all. A cat would do it's own thing, then curl up in his lap while he read Kierkegaard, or Niche, or whatever. And he'd never have to admit it was his; he could say he got it for the group. The cat wouldn't cling. And, if it caught a mouse, you know he'd be proud.
Faith: Yeah, I can't picture Faith with a pet. Maybe a dog? But, not right now. She needs to mature more. I'd put her in the Buffy and Dawn ambivalent category. If Robin got a dog (you know he's a Labrador guy), she'd probably ignore it.
So, thoughts?
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