Originally Posted by
finn's mom
Considering the nature of this particular thread, and the admissions of a few people within it, I find the quoted statement a bit misplaced. I think it's akin to someone coming into Pet Talk, knowing the forum is probably full of pet lovers, and saying that it's ethically wrong to have a pet or multiple pets (rescued or not) which require food, shelter and medical care when there are people starving, too. There aren't many who haven't purchased frivolous items or gone out for a nice meal, or even purchased a bumper for their car as opposed to donating to charity or helping those in need. It doesn't mean they're unethical people.
I was honestly getting ready to say just about the same thing in reply to that post. Then I read it again ... it does say "I'd find it ethically wrong..." so, saying "I would ...", not "You should ...". So technically, she is just stating her own personal opinion. It does come off as a bit judgemental and heavy-handed, perhaps, though.
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