I was recently reading an article in the Wall Street Journal about how people are abandoning their pets in record numbers due to financial concerns. I was deeply saddened.
A pet is a companion and a part of the family. I don't hear about people abandoning their children, elderly parents, or spouses because "Well, I just can't afford to feed them." You buckle down, look at the things you really don't need, and you make it happen. Pets are no different; they bring a special sort of relationship to you.
When you take in an animal as a companion, you make a promise. You promise that creature your care, attention, and commitment. None of these are things that should go out the window when things get tight.
That being said, I do know money can make things difficult, so I'm sending out a call and suggestion to all who read this; make a difference! Contact your local food bank and encourage them to accept donations of animal foods to give out. People may go get food for Rover when they'd be ashamed to get it for themselves. Make sure the newspapers and local news stations get wind of this so the information is broadcast to as many people as possible. And as much as you can, donate to the shelters and bring animal food to the food bank.
Animals and their human companions everywhere will thank you. I thank you. My velveteen bunny who has gone across the rainbow bridge thanks you.
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