Steve: Great comments and

Terry Davis — Tue, 06 May 2008 16:19:17 -0500

Steve:
Great comments and words of advice.

I can't understand how people are so thoughtless with their pets. I know rural people often get the "dumped" dog or cat at their end of their driveway. It is hard to imagine people are that cruel. Those animals look to their humans for kindness and care. What did they get — a kick out the door. You wonder how such people treat their children, friends or co-workers.

We found our Tigger and Sheba in a Leader "giveaway" ad more than 18 years ago. They have been a joy. When Sheba developed a fatal tumor about two years ago. She was in pain, not eating, and getting dehydrated. We had to put her to sleep. It was one of the most difficult things I've ever done. She was a member of our family.

Tigger is still healthy at 18 and plays like a kitten. He awaits our return at lunch and after work, looking forward to greeting us with a series of meows that let us know he wants to play. It will be another heart-wrenching day when Tigger goes to be with his sister. But we hope and pray that day is far off.

LETTER: Selecting a pet: Do your homework, know the law

Melissa Sullivan — Tue, 06 May 2008 13:23:20 -0500

By Steve Barton

For those of those who don’t know me, I would like to introduce myself. AKA “Fish,” I have owned Aquaria Pets in downtown Hutchinson for almost 40 years. My wife Deb joined me in the business 15 years ago. As the name implies, Aquaria Pets was started as a fish store. As a growing number of customers requested a bigger selection of pets, our selection grew. In the process, we’ve learned a lot from our customers.

This is National Pet Week. In the spirit of helping you and your family select your next family member, I want to share some concerns and tips with you.

Hutchinson Leader - LETTER: Selecting a pet: Do your homework, know the law - Comments

Steve: Great comments and

LETTER: Selecting a pet: Do your homework, know the law