We are just taking the pets away from their natural habitats if we domesticate them. True, for some species, such as dogs and cats, little can be done now. I have many friends who have pets and it is quite a pain to go to their houses. No matter what happens, the dogs start yapping their heads off and the cats always manage to get in the way. True, the animals may care for them but it seems like it is too much trouble to go through.
Pets seem to be just another status symbol today - they are there for looks.
What this outward appearance does not show is that by selectively breeding these animals, we have created genetic weaknesses that manifest as various disorders and chronic problems in dogs. The same situation is true for cats and is becoming increasingly true for other species as well. Pets may be fun to have and watch, but it is clearly true that their problems outweigh everything else. While I know I may not convince ardent pet lovers, I beseech those of you who are reading this article with an open mind to consider what we are doing to all these species around us and reconsider owning a pet.