I just wrote out this huge post about venting about how people treat animals, but I deleted it. I couldn't post it. I felt better after I typed it all out. And I think some people might have be upset about it. If you are interested on what it said I will tell you at least the main point.
Take care of your animals, they are not here on this plant just to be your THING. They are here to love you and give you a friend when you don't have anyone else. They feel, they hurt, and yes they do love. They get sad and depressed, and they miss you when you are gone. It doesn't take much to make them happy, and they don't ask for much. Just a small amount of attention, food and water, and maybe some hugs and kisses, or even just a pat on the head or scratch behind the ears. I could go on about how you can show love to your pets. But most people know, think back to when you were kids and how much you wanted to play with animals it will all come back.