Originally posted by PayItForward


Surely we have to decide for ourselves, how many pets we need and can look after.

Also if the shelter start restricting adoption, won't that lead to more pets in Kill shelters, as the non-kill shelters will fill up fast.
I totally agree. I think as responsible individuals and commited animal lovers (after all we would not be on PT if we were not!) it is up to us to decide how many animals we can be RESPONSIBLE for, and understand that the responsibility entails more than food and shelter - vet's bills and other expenses are an inevitable part of having a furry family. I have reluctantly concluded that, at this point in my rather unsettled life, I can do more by getting more involved with my local shelter - I was seriously considering getting another furkid, but have decided to put it on hold for the time being.

But also remember that these hoarders have doubtless got some underlying psycological problem - and unfortunately hoarding more animals than they can care for is their "outlet" for this problem.