I just don't understand people. My sister was trying to help me find a place when I moved to go to school and she kept running in to "no pets" rules. I have a dog and a cat. She casually mentioned that I'd just have to "get rid of" my pets. I told her I'd live on the damned street before I'd do such a thing. My dog has been there for me through thick and thin, and I by God will take care of him to the absolute best of my ability until he leaves this world and I'll hope and pray he's waiting for me on the other side. I've always said "if there's no dogs in heaven I don't want to go" (that's provided I even get *into* the joint... my dog has a free pass, I don't).

Some people just don't get it. I even have health insurance for my pets. They are a constant part of my life and share in my daily routine, they aren't some "toy" to be put aside when it's inconvenient. When you assume responsibility for a pet it's a full commitment, not something that is just there when you feel like it. I absolutely despise people who just throw their pets away.

I've seen far too many ads or overheard far too many conversations along the lines of "oh, well, we're moving and our new place doesn't accept pets so we're getting rid of little foofoo". What the hell are you moving to that place for then?

The really sad thing is that I think my pets probably have a better life than some people's kids.

-- Gary F.