Dogs and cats can be wonderful companions but there are also a number of problems associated with pet ownership both for the animals and for the community.
In the best situations peta are fed, carried for and loved as part of a family. It is easy to see how much attention is given to pets by the range of products available in the pets section of supermarkets in return cats and dogs Contribute to the well being of the community in many ways. Dogs are useful for protection And serve as guides for the disabled. People with pets are not only happier and healthier but may even live longer. Those the animals benefit individuals and the community as well.
There are however also negative aspects for the pets and for the community. Their freedoms of both dogs and cats are increasingly restricted. In Australia there is community pressure to force owners to keep cats inside at night to protect native birds and animals. Dogs can no longer run free in parks and at the beach but must be kept on leads . These restrictions have been imposed by the community to protect the public. In addition pet owners are required to clean up after their dog. Parks and beach often provide plastic bags for this purposes. The community also has to pick up the cost of dogs and cats that have been abandoned by irresponsible owners.
So the relationship between pets and the community is a complex one. More and the community is intervening to force pet owners to restrict the activities and freedom of their pets. Still responsible owners prepared to give adequate time and attention to their cats and dogs can give them a good and happy life