She is really a sweet kitten. When I get out of my car, she is always there to greet me and she wants some attention. We can't have a cat inside because I have some allergies to cats. (When I pet her I have to go right inside and wash my hands, etc.) Anyway, the neighbors have some kids and they like that the kitten will let the kids carry her around like a baby. So they decided to keep her as an outside cat...they put a collar on her, but they don't feed her cat food or anything....they just let her fend for herself. My child came inside today and asked if we could give her a can of tuna because the kids next door said they didn't have anything to feed her. We have given her some scraps, and she acts like she can't get enough!
Anyway, our vet (we have two dogs) has a kitten adoption program. The neighbors wouldn't know it was their kitten and would never adopt one they had to pay for....should I steal her and take her to our vet who will find her a loving home? I am tempted!
2006-10-22 14:33:57 · 14 answers · asked by tallnfriendlyone 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
If they aren't feeding her, then she really isn't theirs. That is my opinion. Also, if they can't figure out they need to feed a kitten, they probably have NO clue about the vet either. Poor kitten. It is wrong to steal, but in this circumstance, I bet you are on the light side of evil......
2006-10-22 14:56:26 · answer #1 · answered by rottymom02 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you agree that she is the neighbor's kitten, then taking her would be stealing your neighbor's property. In the eyes of the law, animals, though cute, are considered property.
Perhaps you could make an arrangement with the neighbor. I envision it going something like this: "My kids sure do like that cat, but I feel bad seeing it go without food. What about you and I go half and half on the Kitten Chow? If not, my vet has an adoption program that will help her go to a good home."
2006-10-23 16:47:57 · answer #2 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to the law, any cat that is in your yard is your cat. It is not stealing to take a cat that comes in your yard. If you put food out for the cat and it comes in your yard, IT IS YOUR CAT. The law says that the lawful owner of a cat is the person who has possesstion of the cat.
Do not worry about the neighbor who was not interested in proper care of the cat. By law, any cat in your yard it YOUR cat.
2006-10-22 15:40:57 · answer #3 · answered by Yarnlady_needsyarn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe before you take such drastic action, you should subtly bring it up to your neighbor. ask what kind of cat food she feeds the cat, and when she tells you none, maybe you should suggest that thats not a good idea, especially for a kitten.
if that dosen't work. i'd say go for the adoption program.
2006-10-22 14:45:03 · answer #4 · answered by samantha 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is a hard desicion,and its really tempting to steal the kitten,but I think you should talk to your neighbor about it,because its wrong to steal.
2006-10-22 14:42:52 · answer #5 · answered by vball.gal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's wrong to steal anything. I would suggest that you call the Humane Society about the situation.
2006-10-22 14:38:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the cat and find it a new home. Disregard the law and do what is right.
2006-10-22 15:06:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i know you want to help the cat but you can't steal it. talk to your neighbours and explain the situation. it would be a big mess if you steal it. good luck =)
2006-10-22 15:58:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you can't. Since they own the pet, it is their property and they could take legal action against you if they found out. If you want something done about her living conditions, contact the ASPCA.
2006-10-22 14:39:23 · answer #9 · answered by i luv teh fishes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Steal the Cat. If you don't it's most likely going to die.
~The Goddess
2006-10-22 15:31:38 · answer #10 · answered by TheGoddessofT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋