I have a confession. I spend hours knitting and then I give the end result to my dog who promptly chews it up. And I enjoy it!
I spend a lot of time behind a camera and in front of the computer. But sometimes I just want to work with my hands. I want to hold, handle, and manipulate the materials. Knitting for dogs fulfills this need very nicely! It’s very satisfying to just knit away without worrying about whether the end product will fit or have the right look. When I knit for my dog, I simply enjoy the process of knitting. It’s the process, not the product! And it makes my dog really, really happy!
More info about this pattern on my Ravelry page
Tonji and Sylvia's Wildlife Refuge 
Totally understand your way of thinking. The work involved is nothing compared to the joy you and the dog experience!
Glad you understand! Thanks Gina!