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Originally Posted by dawn27  True, we lay people are not qualified to answer medical questions and I hope that the OP's who do ask a medical question about their animals know the difference between an rash, flea problem etc and a real emergency.
I guess I'm just a push over. I care too much about whether the OP gets the answers they seek in order to care for their furry family member.
Have you considered the economy lets face it it has not only affected the humans when it comes to cut backs in their life styles but also the pet they own. Some people may have had the means to care for their family members shin and fur but now things are very different. The money spent on pet care may need to be spent to maintain basic family needs such as electric, water, gas or the rent and if YT is an avenue to seek help in order to provide assistance to their pets than I am more than willing to offer my assistance.
I'm not making excuses... but it definitely factors into the number of OP's coming to YT for answers, dont you think?
This has been a very interesting read, thank you for your opinions and for taking the time to get your point across without getting out of hand. You all definitely keep it real . . ! |
Yes the economy def has a factor. Sometimes the best thing for the pet is to give it up to rescue. Love is not enough. For example, if the dog is on a special diet due to allergies, or needs expensive meds daily, that is not something you can skimp on, and if you can't afford that, better to let someone who can afford it take care of the dog, rather than let the dog suffer without his meds. But you mention rescue and people get really offended.