They live free from cages. They freely explore territory. Medical care, though costly, extends their lives and keeps them closer to a healthy weight. They avoid natural predators. Most of the time, they have clean litters (I admit the litters could stand more frequent cleaning). Yet, this picture fails to recognize less than idyllic conditions in the world at large. The primary contrast lies between responsible stewardship and irresponsible behavior towards animals. Pets demand care that seems beyond what most families or individuals appear able to provide. People cause cat suffering. Without attaining to the standards, we must decide how to move forward and redress the
They live free from cages. They freely explore territory. Medical care, though costly, extends their lives and keeps them closer to a healthy weight. They avoid natural predators. Most of the time, they have clean litters (I admit the litters could stand more frequent cleaning). Yet, this picture fails to recognize less than idyllic conditions in the world at large. The primary contrast lies between responsible stewardship and irresponsible behavior towards animals. Pets demand care that seems beyond what most families or individuals appear able to provide. People cause cat suffering. Without attaining to the standards, we must decide how to move forward and redress the