The family pet is on the rise as education from pet welfare groups, etc. continues to make progress. I’ve always considered myself to be a “good” pet owner, but when I think back to childhood, I’m surprised how much my family didn’t know that I’m aware of now.

However, folks who see pets as “property” seem to be hopping on the bandwagon, seeing “adopt a pet” as a fashion rather than a responsibility. Those who love their pets truly benefit, and perhaps those who don’t love animals are trying to find an easy way to capture that experience.