Yes. Thank you Karen and Paul for allowing Cindy's family the opportunity to further clarify their role in rescuing these beautiful animals. As "Doc" said, it was their hope that Cindy's selection as Pet of the Day would incite some meaningful discussion of the plight of these creatures. I think they were successful!! And thank you Cindy's family for so courteously and calmly allowing all to voice their opinions. As many have said, we are all animal lovers and respond only out of love and concern for all living creatures. Perhaps after reading your informative reply to their concerns, we all will better understand, respect and even applaud your motivations.

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