Where, oh where, would we be without your brilliant analysis???
Yeesh, get some pictures of how our military is close with their canines during combat...Lets see if THAT’S “misplaced maternalism”.
Its about compassionate connections in relationships and the bonds that humans have with animals, especially our pets.
I sincerely hope you have, or will have, such a close experience with a pet.
I have three dogs. A French Brittany, a Pug and a Corgi. We also have 3 cats, all from the humane society. I love my pets and I am sure they love me. I do not, however, elevate them to human status.