We're on the same page with pets. We have two dogs and, until last month, two cats. Last month, we had to put down one of the cats, and she will not be replaced. We love them, but we are practicing pet attrition.
We also have the three kids, so you can only imagine what this place looks like most of the time. But, I will say that everything we own does have a home, so it's not too bad to tidy up quick.