Debra,
This post isn't directed towards anyone. I didn't write it. I just saw it on Craigslist tonight and it got me to thinking. A lot of our shelters here are no-kill but some still do especially due to overcrowding, unless a rescue group steps in. I think the main point I got out of the post is that our society on the whole needs to begin looking at animals not as things or possessions, but beings with emotions and feelings etc. Even when I was on craigslist tonight reading pets for adoption the excuses (I'm sure some are valid) are unreal..WE had a baby, we are moving, I don't really have the time etc. I know life gets in the way sometimes and circumstances change but it is just so sad that folks don't realize when you adopt or puchase a pet, its supposed to be a lifetime committment..we don't turn our kids in (even tho we might want to sometimes!!!). So, its just general. AS for breeders, I am sure that responsible breeders do care where their dogs are placed and screen potential owners, but lets face it, there are probably more that just want the money and have the puppy sold without making sure potential owners have the means to care for that animal...Its just sad thats all. I'm glad when I read this board I can see how much people care about their babies..
Kathy |