I've seen so many posts from people saying "I'd save a dog's life before I'd save a person's life" or "I cry when I see a dog die on TV, never a person dying".
I love dogs. I have two rescue dogs and I'm a big fan. But I am floored that people can compare dogs to humans. I guess we are desensitised to the death of people on TV, not so much animals. But I always think, what if someone ran into a burning building and rescued your dog and left your mother? What if it were you who lost a loved one like that person on TV? You would be devastated for life. The death of a dog is sad, but it happens and we get over it even if the memories remain forever. And charities - many people will donate to an animal charity while people starve and freeze on the streets.
How do you feel about it?
2007-12-19
10:39:42
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Janey
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