Aly, my heart goes out to you. I know EXACTLY how you feel!! I agree...I just don't understand why or how people behave like they do sometimes. Why do people get pets just to abuse them (what is going on in those minds of theirs??)? I can't even begin to fathom how people can be so cruel (to defenseless animals who give unconditional love, as well as other people and children) There's a scary link between animal (pet) abuse and abuse towards spouses and children. There are a couple of shelters in this area for battered women and children...but also they can bring their pets too because they're in danger as well!

So sad about Harley too. Wow, 7 years of his life, being treated so poorly! At least he is one of the lucky few to escape such circumstances and find his way into your loving arms. I really wish everything would have worked out with him and your other furkids. Be sure to keep us posted.

I know, animals are my weakness...and I wish I could take all the abandoned ones home too!! It definitely hits a VERY sore spot when I see any kind of kitty or doggie suffering in any way and the ignorant people that let it happen...

*hugs* to you and your kids, you're a wonderful person!