Yeah, I fell for doing that for about 20 years. Kept giving to the ASPCA and the Humane Society of the United States. Finally stopped. It is a mixed bag of emotions for me. I always think of that one quote [I think it was Mark Twain, not sure] that says that "man is measured by how he treats his animals" or something to that effect. It absolutely tears me apart when I see those commercials regarding abused animals, especially dogs. There are always stories about animal abuse in the news, from wanton cruelty to overcrowded shelters and the like, and I wish I could do more, but the money sent to these organizations rarely goes to helping animals, it goes to line the pockets of the boards of directors. Makes me sick. If I had a billion dollars I would build huge shelters, hire vetted animal-loving staff, and tend to our furry friends until they move one. Dogs are the most beautiful creatures on the planet and deserve our love and care forever.
Yeah, I fell for doing that for about 20 years. Kept giving to the ASPCA and the Humane Society of the United States. Finally stopped. It is a mixed bag of emotions for me. I always think of that one quote [I think it was Mark Twain, not sure] that says that "man is measured by how he treats his animals" or something to that effect. It absolutely tears me apart when I see those commercials regarding abused animals, especially dogs. There are always stories about animal abuse in the news, from wanton cruelty to overcrowded shelters and the like, and I wish I could do more, but the money sent to these organizations rarely goes to helping animals, it goes to line the pockets of the boards of directors. Makes me sick. If I had a billion dollars I would build huge shelters, hire vetted animal-loving staff, and tend to our furry friends until they move one. Dogs are the most beautiful creatures on the planet and deserve our love and care forever.
I have always spayed or neutered my pets, its a shame what goes on.