I can think of few things in life than bring more joy, and ask for less in return, than animals. They console us when we're down, amuse us with their antics, and even cause us to become more creative in our time management and problem solving skills. We often meet new friends because of the common admiration of a certain type of animal.
Animals are clearly a joy, and a responsibility.
I put my llama site online early in 1995. I answered questions as well as I could, but I was disgusted that breeders were selling llamas without any information being given to the buyer. Then I learned many of these llamas were being purchased at small livestock auctions that were merely a dumping ground for breeders with problem animals, or animals they had no interest in. I don't know why I was so surprised. I've seen it happen over and over with any species or breed that enjoys a sudden popularity.