For three decades, I have been ostracized by many of the "big-wigs" mentioned in this article. People will find any reason to criticize those who provide substantiated, logical, and proven alternatives to their self-justified behaviors. I am not male, or one with numerous acronyms following my name, or considered "privileged" as it is commonly thought-of. I am, instead, criticized for not following "the norm", for taking my on path, creating my own solutions, and being successful. How dare I! So, in respect to this article, dogs do not care if their death is considered justified. When inhumane actions are denied, sugar-coated and justified, solutions are ignored, and those providing solutions and spreading awareness are chastised, animals will continue to be killed, and the general public will continue to be brainwashed.
I recently rescued a cat who "liked living outside," and brought her to the SPCA for treatment because no vets would take her if I couldn't prove she had been vaccinated (!) This was at the height of COVID - so maybe that was why. Anyhow I told the SPCA I was happy to pay for any treatment or make a equal or greater donation and was later accused of trying to take advantage of them. They gave me a 'surrender' contract, stating they had no adoption or other contract for me to sign and assured me it was just a formality - a way to keep track of her ( I thought she was a he). Long story short - they lost her twice, never spayed her and kept her for two months. The only reason she wasn't killed is that I repeatedly called and finally reached a compassionate person who said I should just come get her then was called back by the "office manager" who said she had to stay another weekend. The shelter was locked (even now when there is no longer any reason not to socialize these animals, this is on the website - "Check out our Live Cat Cam! Connect with your favorite felines of the Florida Keys SPCA from the safe social distance of your own home!")
I was terrified for her and resorted to telling them what a great job they were doing and how I wanted to give them a donation for all their hard work. I was bullied and insulted and ignored but finally her cat back - probably because I initially went with the guy who had been feeding her in his yard, whose wife worked there as a volunteer - and because I really sucked up to the "office manager."
Lucky Cat has severe arthritis likely from an untreated injury and she makes me happy everyday. We tell her she is in a luxury retirement home and she is slowly becoming adjusted to indoor living. Without being dramatic, I believe she would have been dead within a year with all her injuries, and earlier still if left up to the SPCA. Shameful! Thank you for your sane approach and the gift of expression you bring to the cause.
Thank you for this. As an aside, I did receive your email and will reply. I only ask for your patience as I am a bit underwater right now. Please do not read that as my not appreciating the import of it. I just don't want to rush my response. So thank you for reaching out.
No rush at all, Nathan. I was not worried. I completely relate to being overwhelmed and underwater. I appreciate your preference to research your response - that means a lot. I only responded to this article because it hit home for me, and was not intended as a "poke".
Either we love Animals and fight FOR their lives — or, we hate Animals and KILL them, despite the fact that they’re healthy or treatable — Animals want those who love and fight for them.
For three decades, I have been ostracized by many of the "big-wigs" mentioned in this article. People will find any reason to criticize those who provide substantiated, logical, and proven alternatives to their self-justified behaviors. I am not male, or one with numerous acronyms following my name, or considered "privileged" as it is commonly thought-of. I am, instead, criticized for not following "the norm", for taking my on path, creating my own solutions, and being successful. How dare I! So, in respect to this article, dogs do not care if their death is considered justified. When inhumane actions are denied, sugar-coated and justified, solutions are ignored, and those providing solutions and spreading awareness are chastised, animals will continue to be killed, and the general public will continue to be brainwashed.
I recently rescued a cat who "liked living outside," and brought her to the SPCA for treatment because no vets would take her if I couldn't prove she had been vaccinated (!) This was at the height of COVID - so maybe that was why. Anyhow I told the SPCA I was happy to pay for any treatment or make a equal or greater donation and was later accused of trying to take advantage of them. They gave me a 'surrender' contract, stating they had no adoption or other contract for me to sign and assured me it was just a formality - a way to keep track of her ( I thought she was a he). Long story short - they lost her twice, never spayed her and kept her for two months. The only reason she wasn't killed is that I repeatedly called and finally reached a compassionate person who said I should just come get her then was called back by the "office manager" who said she had to stay another weekend. The shelter was locked (even now when there is no longer any reason not to socialize these animals, this is on the website - "Check out our Live Cat Cam! Connect with your favorite felines of the Florida Keys SPCA from the safe social distance of your own home!")
I was terrified for her and resorted to telling them what a great job they were doing and how I wanted to give them a donation for all their hard work. I was bullied and insulted and ignored but finally her cat back - probably because I initially went with the guy who had been feeding her in his yard, whose wife worked there as a volunteer - and because I really sucked up to the "office manager."
Lucky Cat has severe arthritis likely from an untreated injury and she makes me happy everyday. We tell her she is in a luxury retirement home and she is slowly becoming adjusted to indoor living. Without being dramatic, I believe she would have been dead within a year with all her injuries, and earlier still if left up to the SPCA. Shameful! Thank you for your sane approach and the gift of expression you bring to the cause.
Thank you for this. As an aside, I did receive your email and will reply. I only ask for your patience as I am a bit underwater right now. Please do not read that as my not appreciating the import of it. I just don't want to rush my response. So thank you for reaching out.
No rush at all, Nathan. I was not worried. I completely relate to being overwhelmed and underwater. I appreciate your preference to research your response - that means a lot. I only responded to this article because it hit home for me, and was not intended as a "poke".
Either we love Animals and fight FOR their lives — or, we hate Animals and KILL them, despite the fact that they’re healthy or treatable — Animals want those who love and fight for them.