Writer's Block: Pet central

[anotheranon]

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I do not own my cats so much as I serve them. I am not their equal; they're higher forms of life and know it and I can only hope to better cater to their whims :P

On a more serious note, humans adopted/bred/otherwise adapted the species that became our livestock and companion animals to make them dependent on us, for food, health, cleaning, etc. In the case of cats, even the most accomplished mouser will lose when faced with a car. IMHO it's the responsibility of people to be responsible custodians to the creatures that we weakened so they could live with us.

Doesn't really answer the question, but I guess "owner" is a more suitable title for the custodian of a creature that is unlikely to have a safe, healthy life outside of your care.

Comments

[sealwhiskers.livejournal.com]

I think owner is a better word if you're made to be legally responsible for your pet (too many people don't take the right responsibility though and are never checked on it..)
That picture is golden!

[anotheranon.livejournal.com]

"Owner", however inadequate, probably is the best word. If one of my cats destroys property, I'm the one liable.