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Whether getting pets you cannot fully afford is ethical

My puppy died of parvo because I could not afford early vaccines and I keep wondering if loving something you cannot properly care for is selfish.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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The desire for animal companionship can conflict with the reality of providing adequate care, leading to preventable suffering.

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“Where Are You with Pet Care & Animal Ownership?”

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