How does this (fictional) blurb from a municipal shelter director grab you? In July through September of this year, we killed 100 fewer pets than during the same quarter last year. This represents tremendous progress for our shelter. Yay team! Would you be inclined to donate money, services or supplies or offer other support for … Continue reading Shelter Pet Advocates: Math is Your Friend
Category: word choice
Discussion: Owner? Guardian? Crazy Cat Lady?
Where do you come down on the issue of characterizing people with pets - Owners? Guardians? Something else? Do you believe if animal laws include the word "owner" or "guardian", pets will benefit? In addition to the legal ramifications, what does our word choice in this context say about our society's relationship with pets?
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