Starving dogs
I would even suggest a permanent restraining order preventing that person from ever owning animals again, in addition to whatever criminal punishment is appropriate.
Today, though, I am writing in regard to a different aspect of this. I noted in the story that the vet said the medical bills for this dog could go to $10,000 before they’re done. Now, where is this dog supposed to come up with that kind of money? That’s like, $70,000 in doggy money! And there is nothing in the article suggesting that this dog has any skills that would help him find employment. He’s a city dog, so even if he knows how to herd sheep, those jobs are not readily available. And with global warming going on, sled dogs are not likely to be in high demand either. We have to do better than this.
I call on Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, John Edwards, et al, to promise comprehensive veterinary care for all animals. It can be paid for by taxing dog-food companies $1.00 for each can of dog-food they produce. After all, these companies are getting rich on the backs of hungry dogs all over the world.
It’s high time they pay their fair share. Don’t bother me with the notion that they will just raise their prices to the consumer. I think we will all be happy to pitch in knowing that all animals will get the healthcare they deserve.
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Great comparison! I wonder if the Vet is going to " hound" the owner for payment of Vet bills? Take her to court? Send it to a Collection Agency? Ruin her credit?
Is the dog legal or illegal? That will make a difference if the Vet goes after the owner for Vet bills.Dogs in this country illegally don't have to pay their medical bills.
Posted by Can I get an AMEN! on September 16, 2007 10:22 AMFascinating specimen of a conservative's attempt at humor.
Posted by on September 16, 2007 02:02 PMI would much rather read about the Iraqi babies that Bush is killing and starving. Where are those Iraqi babies who were burned with Bush's chemical weapons? Where are the pro-lifer freak-a-zoids on this brown baby extermination?
Posted by draftdodgingisntafamilyvalue on September 16, 2007 11:24 PMCan't help but hope that Trimble gets a first hand experience at what a mess our healthcare system has become. Maybe when he our a family member go into bankruptcy even though they have insurance, he will see become enlightened.
Posted by AwesomeO on September 17, 2007 10:27 AM