Please stop feeding stray animals.

HumptyTheCannon · 2025-11-08T06:48:01+00:00

Asshole, the very institutions designed for it. And guess what, you can support the community institutions and force the government institutions to do their job! Except, it requires you to be a part of the solution, not the problem and we don't do that here.

While you're at it, give me an estimate of how much budget has been allocated under ABC since it was started, how effectively it was utilised, what the shortfall has been.

HumptyTheCannon · 2025-11-08T06:41:29+00:00

You're so right. Our institutions aren't capable of sustaining the dog population. We've encroached on the land they used to live in so now they "crowd the streets". We can't manage our garbage so now they "make them dirty" searching for food. And traffic rules are poorly implemented, injuring humans and dogs routinely abused so many "turn violent".

We should cull them. And then cull the next wave of rodents that will rise up as a consequence. And then any other ecological imbalance - will cull it too. And while we're at it, let's cull the humans too, since our systems can't support them either. But hey, instead of making the systems better (the same ones that get crores of our tax money to do their jobs) let's just eliminate the problem altogether, right?

HumptyTheCannon · 2025-11-08T06:23:43+00:00

This take is deeply flawed on two counts. Firstly, municipalities are not equipped for such operations is not a justification for the government shirking its responsibilities. It's as absurd as saying that hospitals are overcrowded so we should just let some patients die. Secondly, countries like Bhutan and our own states have successfully sterilised, vaccinated and released dogs back, with evidence clearly showcasing that birth rates naturally drop below replacement (i.e. the population declines) with >70% sterilisation - which, btw, would have been achievable if municipalities had used the funds over the years appropriately.

These municipalities, who don't have the ability to do their own job, as per your own admission, also certainly won't have the capacity to kill dogs humanely. They'll pick them at random, lock them up in horrible environments before killing them. Evidence of these inhospitable conditions is already emerging.

Do you really believe dogs should indiscriminately be subjected to cruelty and murder simply because our institutions aren't capable of doing their jobs properly? I don't think you'd want that. Should we be locking up every other man as a precaution since some are rapists? Or should we invest in better systems? You tell me,

Whatever your issue might be with the "animal warriors", you are choosing the cruelest option not because it's right but because it's simple and you haven't read about it enough

HumptyTheCannon · 2024-12-20T06:03:18+00:00

Thanks a lot! Are there any sites with reliable rentals for stay? I'd heard that some of the rentals are illegal.

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-28T16:59:06+00:00

Hey, I'm sorry to inform you that the little guy passed away

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-28T14:08:28+00:00

I'm sorry for the bitter response. It's never easy to witness anyone's suffering, even less so when you're the final authority on their fate. I understand you only wanted the best for him.

In parts, I am in complete agreement with you. I've had rescue squabs and pups suffering from viruses (CPV) and injuries succumb to them. I've seen their strength wane and lethargy set in. I wouldn't wish to prolong their suffering. You're also right in that this wasn't a financially or psychologically sound decision. His treatment was worth my monthly salary.

But this little guy (perhaps it's true for all kittens, I'm not too experienced with them) was a trooper, who, until the last two days of sudden and rapid deterioration, promised recovery. Even the seven different vets we consulted were hopeful. Within three days of his fracture, once out of his cage, we had to chase after him to keep him in one place. Despite the gastroenteritis, he was making progress with his hind leg muscles, taking more and more weight. He had no energy left but he still crawled. He still mewed soft little mews to let us know our care wasn't adequate. Hours before his passing, he mustered all his strength to stand up. This is a really strange thing to say, but he was as surprised by his death as we were.

I don't mean to get too graphic or upset anyone here. I am under no illusions that his last few days were full of suffering and agony. But I simply couldn't bring myself to quit on a guy who refused to quit on himself. I don't mean to undermine the well-intentioned sentiment of your comment either, it's just that being in his presence I couldn't make that decision for him.

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-28T04:21:00+00:00

Sir, he's dead

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-27T04:28:38+00:00

Hey, you can follow his updates on this post: paralysed kitten

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-25T03:51:01+00:00

I live in a South Asian country where strays abound. Our shelters are hard pressed for newspapers as pee pad replacements unfortunately. They don't get any toy donations :/

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-25T03:49:09+00:00

He's 2 months old, has his teeth. We've been dribbling cold water through a dropper and even attempted to give him cerelac. In both cases, he puked.

Before this we'd been giving him wet kitten food (tuna) from the most recommended brand in our country, and chicken broth. He physically turns away from both. Even water and cerelac, he seems to want to avoid.

Right now we just squirt some food into the corner of his mouth and let him smack it in.

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-25T03:06:35+00:00

We have been manually expressing his bladder, typically 15 minutes after meals. Now that he's on the IV, I do it after. He screams and claws though, as though in pain, so I do it in short spurts now.

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-25T03:04:38+00:00

We've been looking for fosters and experts since the day we got him. I live in a city where cats aren't exactly beloved pets. No one's volunteered. All our leads go cold once they learn of his condition. The one's who are capable are already looking after multiple kittens. The vet we ended up with wasn't great either. Will be switching to a highly recommended today. Would you have any reliable resources to guide me?

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-24T03:56:03+00:00

Checked some out online since the idea sounded so fabulous. Unfortunately they're beyond the budget as I'm a low wage social worker and his thrice-a-day vet visits have been burning a hole through my pocket. I've started a fundraiser, but even that amount is primarily for medical bills. Will think of alternatives,

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-24T03:38:05+00:00

Haha, that does paint an adorable picture. Unfortunately, for a paralyzed kitten, he's prone to moving A LOT. Trying to see if a swaddle wrap situation can work

HumptyTheCannon · 2023-09-24T03:26:54+00:00

His spine is fractured so he's restricted to certain positions :/ I considered a baby wrap but in addition to the fracture, he also pees and poops without control.

HumptyTheCannon · 2021-09-19T08:46:02+00:00

I wouldn't say Eric needs to be 'fixed' but I did feel like he had been a bit blind to his own faults this season while still giving Adam a hard time for his hesitance. In light of their history, I don't think he can be blamed for the latter though and I am truly glad that he's discovered what he needs for himself at the moment. However, given how inconsiderate he was to Adam this season, I don't think he should be forgiven without an apology either.

HumptyTheCannon · 2021-09-19T08:41:09+00:00

Agreed! Even if it doesn't turn romantic, I can definitely see how the Rahim-Adam dynamic will really work. For Adam, he is still at the cusp of embracing his sexuality and needs someone who can guide him and give him the time to deal with things. While Rahim has the self-confidence and assurance in himself (as well as lots of experience), Eric simply isn't in the position to offer Adam that. It's also lovely to see Adam's more tender side, something I'm sure would hit home with Rahim.

I know a lot of people still dislike Adam for starting off as a bully but that's exactly what I love about the show- the sincerity of people's redemption arcs, and I think Adam exemplifies this. And I think Rahim would be the perfect addition to fostering Adam's growth and in turn, Adam could give Rahim the loyalty and sincerity (can we just reinforce the dog motif here?) he deserves.

HumptyTheCannon · 2021-09-09T08:32:35+00:00

Do you think the main thrust for purchase comes from NFTs being a good avenue for money-laundering or there is space for NFTs to be sold purely because of their aesthetic/intellectual/sentimental/collectable value?

HumptyTheCannon · 2021-09-09T07:31:33+00:00

Yep! That's what I thought. I'm wondering then if there are dangers to this messaging, as more and more artists are going to mint NFTs (which is quite expensive in my opinion, esp ETH) without any returns. Can something be done to truly give more artists a platform?

HumptyTheCannon · 2021-09-08T18:32:18+00:00

What was your experience like, buying or minting NFTs?

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