“Don’t
worry, someone else will pick him up!”
“Maybe
it bites or has rabies?”
“He
definitely looks like he knows where he is going…..”
“He
looks like a runner-there is no way we can catch him.”
Written
by L.Meldau.
March
2013
We
have all had these guilt stricken moments of seeing an animal running
frantically in the streets and having that split second moment to decide what
to do. Yes, I shall take full responsibility in admitting that I have
occasionally used one of the above excuses for no other reason then to make my
own conscience feel better. It is only now as I type that it dawns on me how
truly “unbelievable” these rationalizations are!
Yes,
they are practical excuses but it does disturb me that they are too often used
because it is deemed too much effort to pull over and help an animal in need-
even when you have the time! It is at moments like these that the phrase
”A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”
that
really rings true in my mind and contributes to this guilt. The complete
adoration and devotion given by an animal does not have excuses or limitations.
To them you are a “forever love” not just a transient play- thing.
So
yes this blog may not move one to go out and help every street animal that comes
across one’s path, but I do hope it encourages one of being more cognizant and
aware of when and how you can help.
A
little effort goes a long way. Actions speak louder then words.
Rant
over
Until
next time
L
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