I just don't get people who abuse animals. It takes a serious mental problem to take out your frustrations on other living beings. I wish everyone had the foresight to seek help when they feel like hurting something, but obviously that doesn't always happen. I love happy ending stories of pets who have had unfortunate beginnings.

My pets are my cure to frustration. When I am having a bad day or am stressed, I scoop up a kitty and have serious cuddle time or take a hamster or two and watch them explore. They make me laugh, which is the best medicine.

I count all 7 of my blessings everyday, thanks for the reminder!

My rescue was also abused, neglected and for the past 12 years has never forgotten it no matter how good his life has been. Every now and then when I hear that a dog has succumbed to the treatment he got from a human, I tell my dog he was so smart to run away when he was little (3 months old)

Todancewithwolves - I put a link below to an article from the SF Chronicle about the terrible crime and little Lance's recovery. There are photos that show how cute he is.

(Those who are easily upset probably shouldn't read it.)

I'm happy that nice lady has adopted Lance. Our two dogs and three cats are all rescues and have made fine pets.

Here is a link that might be useful: SF Chronicle article about Lance