So many times we hear of dogs getting hurt by the neglect of neighbors or whoever. We adopt our loved ones into our families. Why are they not considered family members as adopted humans are considered? Why are they not allowed to get compensation from those who cause them pain?
2007-02-02 19:18:40 · 4 answers · asked by grannywinkie 6 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I know exactly what you are saying. I'm about to give up on this place. I've gone round and round with people that hate animals and say dogs don't feel or deserve even a decent death and burial. How anyone can be so uncaring about another beating heart amazes me every time I hear it. What is wrong that people can't see the love these animals give? They give their whole hearts, bodies, minds, and souls to us. What more could we ask? And people still commit unspeakable acts against them. Oh great now you've got me streaming tears all over the computer. My gosh I am so sick of this stupid world.... :'(
2007-02-02 19:42:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because our courts and legislature view animals as property; perhaps a little more sympathetic to their needs than say a couch or an automobile (but really not much).
And, unfortunately but realistically, I think society in large agrees; I do see this changing, with more and more people, in the age of the exploded nuclear family, placing more and more value on non-human companion relationships, but I think it will be some time until they, animals, have legal rights enough to receive compensation from abusers. And where would we draw the line--would we, as a society, find it acceptable for an organization like PETA to file a lawsuit on the behalf of chickens (fowl), whereby they, the chickens, could seek monetary damages from Campbells for the murder and torturous abuse of their ancestors--who came to rest in soup cans...? Don't laugh--such ethics would be inherent in appropriating such said rights to animals.
I do agree with your however, in heart and spirit...!
2007-02-03 03:40:24 · answer #2 · answered by Todd M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where would you draw the line? It is exceptable to put an old, sick pet to sleep. Can we then do the same with Grandma when she gets too old, and sick? If your cat gets out and you can't find it do we call the missing person's burea? and charge you with child neglect. Or if you accidently hit a deer with your car it that vehiclular manslaughter? It goes both ways. You know.
2007-02-03 17:57:00 · answer #3 · answered by rabbitmedic 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When they can go to work and support us and be our caretakers, then they will be approved for compensation when neglected or abused. I for one will take classes to represent them at Bar. It could prove to be very lucrative.
2007-02-03 03:34:29 · answer #4 · answered by Faerie loue 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋