Another View on Pet Euthanasia
I recently wrote that euthanasia should be a part of your estate planning for your pets.
A reader responded with her ideas to this post:
"I would want my 14 cats euthanized if i died because
#1-they have never spent more than a few hours in a cage. I believe cages damage the spirit of animals and if they could speak English would rather be euthanized to start their spirit on a new journey!
#2- I realize that cruel people adopt animals from the shelters-never do i want my cats to suffer cruelty!!!
#3-some people loose animals. i never want my guys to EVER be lost!
I've had as many as 28 cats at one time and never had a lost one in 30 years.
Yes all of mine are neutered, get shots and vet care as needed!
I believe in humane euthanasia for feral and strays. How long could a human hang out in a cage without going bonkers? why do we think animals that sometimes have had a territory of miles and miles can do so and be healthy?
Euthanasia is a good thing and we need more vets to do it willing if that is what the owner wants!
why are humans so afraid of death? It is something everyone and everything is going to do-why not do it at a good time instead of after the suffering has set in!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Your thoughts on this difficult issue are welcome.
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