The majority of animals in shelters (more so dogs than cats) are not puppies or unwanted litters. They are there as owner surrenders, mostly "teenagers.". They once had homes. Our problem is not overpopulation per se but animal dumping. These dumpers tend to go right back out and get a different dog, contributing to the problem. But I don't percieve it as a matter of far too many animals versus homes that want them, that's overpopulation.
The slipperly slope becomes significantly slicker when a bill"s sponsor makes last minute changes after hours upon hours of discussion and compromise. If he is willing to eliminate parts now why not try to add more later once the immediate fire is out? |