Originally posted by apathist
Dogs and cats are not stupid beasts. They love, they bond, they sacrifice. We're lucky to have them. Dogs routinely will risk their lives to help you. Cats not so much, I suppose, but name another animal that likes to curl around your neck and purr.
That has nothing to do with your joke. I had to find new homes for a bunch of animals that I've grown to love, I did it, and it hurts.
It's bad enough having a pet fall ill, but giving them up isn't fun. You have my sympathy.