I think whoever said that the message is good, but delivery is poor is right. I actually do agree with him a bit. I had horses since the age of 12, and like we're talking my mom built a 22 horse indoor riding arena for me when I was 14, thinking I'd compete and teach forever... yes totally greatful for it, but really when I left for college I didn't want them any more and I owned half the business, I was stuck. I'm 23 years old now and haven't been on a horse in over a year because I was saddled with these pets and now can't stand them. Ok that's an extreme example, but I know exactly what that guy is saying.
So realistically parents who expect their kids to take on the pets once they leave... that's just not fair.
Now on the flip side, I bought Harley when I was 21. I absolutely love him, but he is a huge responsibility. There is no partying, there is no going on vacation unless we are at a pet friendly location. It's difficult, but the benefits out weigh the difficulties.
__________________ Kendra Harley, you were the light in my life, rest peacefully my love! |