Wow! Way to stand up for the kitty! It would be nice if Sam got a medal or something, because that was very brave and honourable. If only there were more "Sams" in this world, it would be a much better place. Let's stop whitewashing over despicable behaviour, grouping it under the heading of "boys will be boys." Let's do away with the idea that machismo and violent behaviour is "cool," it should not even be acceptable.

Let's applaud honourable and gentlemanly behaviour in men and boys like Sam!

It may sound a little silly, but I believe it is time for men to become more "feminine" in nature. The traditional role of women has changed to the point where women are more "masculine" and are better equipped to fend for themselves. Conversely, men need to become more gentle and submissive in accordance to recent trends.

Moosmom and others - it is true, most serial murderers and rapists begin their career of evil with the torture and abuse of animals. Oh yeah, most of them are men too! Again, no offense to the kind and gentle Pet Talk Men!