There are zoos in every major towns and cities where many varieties of animals are kept. Many of them are brought from distant lands. It is not possible for people to travel to other countries or go to the jungles to see animals. Most of these animals are wild are wild and have been brought from jungles. We can see them at one place.
One gets a first hand experience by visiting zoos. The knowledge one acquires from pictures given in books is not sufficient. Schools also take their children to zoos. Zoos also have entertainment value for children, young and old alike.
All these animals that are brought to the zoos are removed from that natural habitat where they had been living in suitable climatic conditions. They were able to fond for themselves. The zoo authorities create a natural environment in the cages but that is a poor alternative to the natural environment. Sometimes the animals are unable to survive in this new climate. They fall ill. The cages built for them are too small. They are often dirty and foul smelling. They show disturbed behavior and refuse to eat. They even cry.
Pets should be treated like family members. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give reasons to support your opinion.
Some people are fond of animals. They like to keep them as pets in their homes. The most common animals are cats, dogs, birds and even fish. Animals are good companions and playing with them can be a good way of passing time. They are intelligent and become friendly.
They are useful to us in many ways. The dogs guard our homes. Birds and fish add beautify to our homes. It is a matter of pride for some people to own pets. All don’t have the time and money to keep pets.
The pets too become emotionally attached to their masters. They can very effectively express feelings and emotions. Their love is selfless. Hence they should be treated like family members.
Sometimes people ill-treat animals or do not care for them due to lack of funds or lack of time. Special care has to be taken when they are brought in the house. The animals take some days to adjust to the new home. They become unhappy or mentally disturbed for a few days. They sometimes refuse to eat. They even cry. They fall ill. Sometimes they even die. Hence we must give them all our love and affection. We should take care of the diet. We must bathe and clean them properly and give them medical treatment when they fall ill.
There are instances when people turn out dogs into the streets because they feel they cannot take care of them. Such dogs get upset, terrified, feel lost and often fall ill. They are unable to find food for themselves. Often the dogs of the locality attack them. When cows turn dry or the camels are, unable to pull load they are left on the streets to feed for themselves. Very often, they die due to lack of food or negligence.
Nowadays people have less time in their hands. Life has become fast paced. People want to make qualitative and productive use of their time. The stress is more on personal development. They would rather learn a new skill or go for some healthy sports. Hence people should think twice before adopting pet animals. They should not change their minds or find that they cannot take care of their animals well.
Animals are living creatures. We have no right to cause harm or suffering by neglecting them. It is our moral duty to take care of them. Once they give up living in their natural habitat, their habits get changed. They lose their natural instincts of hunting or aggressiveness. They become more timid or tame.
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