Vaguely familiar. Yes! I don't know how many times we have talked about some people that would benefit and likely welcome a nueter! There should be a spay/nueter wagon available for people who are beyond their means with what they are careing for. I am really proud of a client of mine who, during the birth of her second child, had her tubes tied. She is on disability and always will be (I work with MH)- she had to have her life long cat put to sleep to get a 2-bedroom apt for this 2nd baby. I did not encourage or discourage her with her decisions- just steered her towards the local shelters and gave her as much emotional support as appropriate. Her kids are ok, I encourage counseling for the 2 year old all the time but she feels it's not necessary... Things could be worse in that household! She tries really hard to be a good mom and that's what counts in my book- she's not mean- maybe too lenient but always learning and willing to learn more.