Civilization is a Warm, Furry Pet
National Public Radio [USA] / All Things Considered audio
Sept. 9, 2004
Commentator Andrei Codrescu's girlfriend wants to play with small animals to relieve stress. They find a place to do so. He encourages more such places, as a way to keep us civilized. Andrei Codrescu CLAIMS that he has invented a entirely "new" business, RENT-a-PET(tm), and offers franchises.
See the old FG Forum thread: Rent-a-dog Odaiba
Also see NekkoTama, "cathouse" that's been in business for more the five years and the Dog's Town [sic] looking for franchisees.
