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By: Bessie

Bessie — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 23:11:36 +0000

I’m still sad thinking about an older co-worker who died. When I went to the funeral home, I asked about her older dog, Peppy Joy. They said that the dog had been euthanized and the ashes had been tucked inside of Clara’s casket. Obviously she had made this arrangement ahead of time–but I am ambivalent about it. I think all of us believe that nobody could take care of our pets as well as we do–and that the pet would be heartbroken if we suddenly disappeared. But I would want my dog to survive–especially if I could find someone who wanted to take her in. My sister did that 8 years ago. Her friend died of a brain tumor. She had three dogs that she had to find homes for. N.G. was the last one. When my sister agreed to adopt her, Shirley died within the week.

By: Clicky

Clicky — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 02:55:53 +0000

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By: LeeB.

LeeB. — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 01:14:15 +0000

Excellent column Leigh! I never even thought about taking care of pets as they get older but it certainly makes sense.

And Maggie, yep, it is sad about exotic pets being dumped. Unfortunately, even regular pets are dumped.

By: maggie b.

maggie b. — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:38:19 +0000

This is a great topic to discuss. In my family we always had pets growing up but none of us do as adults. Expense and time are the main culprits there. That is why I think it is important to talk to people about pet care – not everyone can accept a pet, no matter how much they care about the person leaving them behind. In my case, I am allergic and have other family issues that would make taking a pet impossible. I had to make that clear to a friend who thought she could dump her cat on me after she tired of him.

May I also add that responsible pet care includes life time (and clearly beyond) commitment? The stories of exotic pets dumped in locations where they then destroy the natural balance are deeply disturbing, such as the tale of the python in the everglades. People need to learn that living things are not toys. You can’t just dispose of them when you are bored.

maggie b.