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I take every animal that I'm in care for very seriously. Each receives as much care, medical attention and quality of life that I'm capable of.
I have a deep feeling of responsibility for each living thing that counts on me for its survival. And I spare no expense in their care.
However, only mammals have risen to the level of what I would call love. And not all of them.
One bird and two dogs in recent years.
These are and have been animals that I love and miss dearly when they are gone. Like a beloved friend.
With my lizards and fishes I'm upset when they pass. But as long as I know I did right by them, I'm not terribly upset.
I get over it quickly.
I've only ever had one tortoise die. And it was one I'd only had for 3 days. Again. No giant deal.
How emotionally attached are you with your tortoise or turtle?
Are you capable of feeling love for an animal that doesn't instinctively seek it? And return it?
Curious.
I have a deep feeling of responsibility for each living thing that counts on me for its survival. And I spare no expense in their care.
However, only mammals have risen to the level of what I would call love. And not all of them.
One bird and two dogs in recent years.
These are and have been animals that I love and miss dearly when they are gone. Like a beloved friend.
With my lizards and fishes I'm upset when they pass. But as long as I know I did right by them, I'm not terribly upset.
I get over it quickly.
I've only ever had one tortoise die. And it was one I'd only had for 3 days. Again. No giant deal.
How emotionally attached are you with your tortoise or turtle?
Are you capable of feeling love for an animal that doesn't instinctively seek it? And return it?
Curious.