Just like us, animals are God's creatures. People ill-treat, abuse and abandon animals instead of appreciating them. No religion in the world sanctions the torture of animals.
Some people think that animals are pests.
Many people even go away on holiday without bothering to board their pets at catteries or kennels, or arranging for their pets to be cared for by their relatives, friends or neighbours. The poor animals are left to starve and fend for themselves while their owners have the time of their lives. That's when animal shelters have to step in, to save strays and animal casualties. These societies intervene to rescue animals from their abusive owners and to shelter and care for them while they wait to be adopted by a kind soul. Sadly, though, most people will choose a dog or a cat only if it is a pedigree or if it is good-looking.